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  • plural of cause.
  • present tense form of cause (3rd person singular).

causes

NOUN
whys and wherefores
Synonyms


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That so many Americans refuse to surrender those ideals is what causes the pushback.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 2, 2026

Existing studies show correlations rather than proof that altered creatine metabolism directly causes depression, and the disorder itself involves many biological pathways.

From Science Daily • Jun. 30, 2026

It seems to me extra muscle on a body that’s not built for it causes medical problems also.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 27, 2026

Heading a football lasts a fraction of a second and rarely causes concussions, but it could also explain why some players develop dementia decades later.

From BBC • Jun. 27, 2026

She was also devoutly religious and devoted to charitable causes.

From "At Last She Stood" by Erin Entrada Kelly




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