Therefore
/ˈðɛərfɔːr/
Definitions
- (adv.) For that reason; consequently, used in legal writing to indicate a logical conclusion derived from preceding facts or arguments.
The defendant failed to appear; therefore, the court issued a warrant.
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Commentary
Commonly used in legal documents to link premises to conclusions, ensuring clarity of reasoning.
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