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thereby

Pronunciation: [ˈðɛrˌbaɪ]

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Learn how to use thereby in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “cause and effect”

(adverb) It means by that means or as a result of that. When you do something and it causes something else to happen, you can say 'thereby' to connect the two.

Example

She studied hard for the test, thereby improving her grades.

Example

He skipped lunch, thereby not being able to concentrate in class.

Example

Did she complete the project on time, thereby impressing her teacher?

Context: “logical relationship”

(adverb) It shows a connection between an action and its result. It explains how one action causes another to happen.

Example

The company lowered its prices, thereby attracting more customers.

Example

He missed the train, thereby making him late to the meeting.

Example

Did they extend the deadline, thereby allowing more people to participate?

How to pronounce thereby

Pronunciation: [ˈðɛrˌbaɪ]

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