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For the cause

🇬🇧 UK //fɔː ðə kɔːz// 🇺🇸 US //fɔr ðə kɔz//

Meaning of For the cause

In support of a specific reason or purpose, often for a charitable effort.

In simple words: For a specific reason or purpose, especially in support of a good action.

For the cause in a sentence

• The community came together for the cause of environmental protection.
• She volunteered her time for the cause to help those in need.
• They organized a fundraiser for the cause of children's education.
• He gave a powerful speech for the cause during the charity event.
• Artists collaborated for the cause of mental health awareness.

How to use For the cause

Commonly used in speeches or writings to emphasize support for a particular mission or initiative. Best suited for formal contexts.

Grammar pattern

phrase used to indicate motivation

Memory hint

Think of 'cause' as a reason, like a lawyer 'fighting for the cause' in court.

Related words

Collocations with For the cause

• rally for the cause
• fight for the cause
• support for the cause
• join for the cause
• advocate for the cause

Synonyms for For the cause

• for a purpose
• for a reason
• in support of
• on behalf of
• for the good of

Common mistakes with For the cause

• Confused with 'for the course', meaning 'for the duration'
• Using it in casual conversation, which may sound exaggerated
• Overusing in contexts that do not involve philanthropy or good causes

Frequently asked questions about For the cause

What does For the cause mean?

For a specific reason or purpose, especially in support of a good action.

What is the definition of For the cause?

In support of a specific reason or purpose, often for a charitable effort.

How do you use For the cause in a sentence?

The community came together for the cause of environmental protection.

Can you give another example of For the cause?

She volunteered her time for the cause to help those in need.

What are synonyms for For the cause?

Common alternatives include for a purpose, for a reason, in support of, on behalf of, for the good of.

What words go with For the cause?

It commonly pairs with rally for the cause, fight for the cause, support for the cause, join for the cause, advocate for the cause.

What are common mistakes when using For the cause?

Confused with 'for the course', meaning 'for the duration' Using it in casual conversation, which may sound exaggerated Overusing in contexts that do not involve philanthropy or good causes

How do you pronounce For the cause?

US: //fɔr ðə kɔz//, UK: //fɔː ðə kɔːz//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is For the cause formal or informal?

"For the cause" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use For the cause?

Commonly used in speeches or writings to emphasize support for a particular mission or initiative. Best suited for formal contexts.