causal

Example Sentences

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His claims are not backed by evidence, as research has not found a clear causal link between antidepressants and violence, for example.

From Salon • Apr. 21, 2026

We must confront the causal factors of antisemitism honestly and address antisemitism where it is most common and most virulent.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2026

Critics add that the causal link between social media and teen mental-health problems remains unproven.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 19, 2026

They conclude: "These findings provide supportive evidence for continued investment in HEMS, particularly for severely injured patients, though comparative studies with alternative care pathways are needed to establish causal effectiveness."

From Science Daily • Feb. 5, 2026

These considerations, along with the just mentioned correlation between regional population size and societal complexity, have led to a protracted chicken-or-egg debate about the causal relations between food production, population variables, and societal complexity.

From "Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies" by Jared M. Diamond