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is why a conjunction?

"Why" is not a conjunction. It is an interrogative adverb.

Here's why:

* Conjunctions connect words, phrases, or clauses. They include words like "and", "but", "or", "because", "so", etc.

* Interrogative adverbs introduce questions. They include words like "why", "how", "when", "where", and "what".

Example:

* Conjunction: "I went to the store and bought some milk." (The conjunction "and" connects the two actions.)

* Interrogative adverb: "Why did you go to the store?" (The interrogative adverb "why" asks for the reason for going to the store.)

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