so that

Example Sentences

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Nonetheless, officials wanted to inject a neutralizing agent into that second tank, so that if the primary failing tank explodes, it doesn’t cause an even greater blast by igniting the second tank.

From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026

"It will make the product better, so that means that I'm happier," he said.

From BBC • May 23, 2026

"We're pursuing this so that the ends of justice may be achieved," Vida added, warning that "there are consequences" to anyone who would try to help Dela Rosa avoid arrest.

From Barron's • May 21, 2026

“I just feel awkward inviting so many people to my home and being like, ‘I’m gonna host you, but also can you pay me so that I can afford to have you over?’”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

But I found myself flipping to the pages in the book and even coming over and putting the book open on the bed next to her so that she wouldn’t have to move.

From "Firegirl" by Tony Abbott