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in consequence

ADVERB
accordingly
Synonyms
STRONGEST
appropriately correspondingly properly proportionately respectively subsequently therefore thus
STRONG
consequently in due course
WEAK
as a consequence as a result duly equally ergo fitly hence in respect to in that event resultantly so suitably then under the circumstances
Antonyms
WEAK
inappropriately unsuitably
ADVERB
ergo
Synonyms
WEAK
accordingly consequently hence so then therefore thereupon thus thusly
ADVERB
therefore
Synonyms
STRONGEST
accordingly so then thus
STRONG
consequently hence thence
WEAK
and so ergo for for this reason forasmuch as in that event inasmuch as on account of on the grounds since therefrom thereupon to that end whence wherefore

Example Sentences

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But in consequence, the exhibition also reveals shortfalls in the collection.

From New York Times • Feb. 1, 2024

However, too much signalling leads to an undesirable amount of inflammation, which, in consequence, affects the organism's normal functioning.

From Science Daily • Oct. 26, 2023

If people believe they are limited to only a few inherent interests and, in consequence, do not explore other areas, they may miss seeing important connections across different domains.

From Scientific American • Sep. 29, 2023

For a hook, he cited the Constitution’s appropriations clause, which states that “no money shall be drawn from the treasury, but in consequence of appropriations made by law.”

From Slate • Mar. 23, 2023

She was the youngest of the two daughters of a most affectionate, indulgent father; and had, in consequence of her sister’s marriage, been mistress of his house from a very early period.

From "Emma" by Jane Austen