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What other words can be used instead of since?

The best replacement for "since" depends heavily on the context. "Since" can indicate time, reason, or consequence. Here are some alternatives, categorized by usage:

For indicating time:

* Because: If the "since" clause explains a reason rather than simply marking a point in time. (e.g., "Since it's raining, I'll stay home" -> "Because it's raining, I'll stay home")

* From: Indicates a starting point in time. (e.g., "Since Monday" -> "From Monday")

* After: Indicates a point in time after an event. (e.g., "Since the accident..." -> "After the accident...")

* Following: Similar to "after," more formal.

* Ever since: Emphasizes the duration from a past point. (e.g., "Since the party..." -> "Ever since the party...")

* As of: Marks a precise starting point. (e.g., "Since January" -> "As of January")

* Starting with: Emphasizes the beginning of a period.

* During: When referring to the period between two points in time.

* For: Indicates duration. (e.g., "Since 2010" -> "For 13 years")

For indicating reason or cause:

* Because: The most straightforward replacement.

* As: Indicates a causal relationship, often more formal.

* Given that: More formal, suggests a premise.

* Inasmuch as: Very formal, similar to "given that."

* Seeing that: Slightly informal, indicating visible evidence of a reason.

* Considering that: Takes into account a factor.

* Due to: Indicates causality, often with a preceding noun phrase. (e.g., "Since the rain..." -> "Due to the rain...")

* Owing to: Similar to "due to," more formal.

* Thanks to: Implies a positive outcome despite the reason.

For indicating consequence (less common):

* Therefore: Indicates a logical consequence.

* Thus: Similar to "therefore."

* Consequently: Indicates a result.

* Hence: Similar to "therefore," more formal.

To choose the best replacement, carefully consider what role "since" plays in your sentence. Provide a sentence using "since" and I can offer a more specific and accurate replacement.

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