cause

Example Sentences

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In January 2025, the Palisades fire was caused by a small arson fire that was handled by firefighters Jan. 1 but rekindled during severe wind conditions six days later.

From Los Angeles Times

Whatever the result against France, this campaign, which arrived with such high hopes and has dragged through such lows, will rightly be scrutinised to find the cause of England's underachievement.

From BBC

As mourners celebrated his life, many said the causes Jackson championed — from voting rights to economic equality — remain central challenges in American politics today.

From Salon

In the video Paul passed on his condolences to the club and wished everyone good luck, saying: "It's for a good cause."

From BBC

Robinson said the suffering women and civil society had endured in Iran did not justify "an aggressive war" and that it was "causing even more misery".

From BBC