Found 19 stronger alternatives to upgrade your writing.
Reason (clause)
Nuance: Reason
Common in writing; slightly more formal.
Boring
We stayed inside because it was raining.
Better
We stayed inside as it was raining.
Reason (formal clause)
Nuance: Formal
More formal/old-fashioned; use carefully.
Boring
We stayed inside because it was raining.
Better
We stayed inside, for it was raining.
Reason (changed situation)
Nuance: Changed situation
Use when the situation has changed.
Boring
We can relax because the test is over.
Better
We can relax now that the test is over.
Reason (clause)
Nuance: Reason
Common, clear reason connector.
Boring
We stayed inside because it was raining.
Better
We stayed inside since it was raining.
Reason (explain thinking)
Nuance: Reasoned
Good for explaining reasoning.
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We should focus on the main points because we have limited time.
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We should focus on the main points considering that we have limited time.
Reason (formal)
Nuance: Official
Formal; often used in reports.
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The game was canceled because the field was flooded.
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The game was canceled due to the fact that the field was flooded.
Reason (emphasis)
Nuance: Emphasis
Adds emphasis; good in essays.
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We should review tonight because the test is tomorrow.
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We should review tonight, especially since the test is tomorrow.
Reason (logical)
Nuance: Logical
Essay-friendly; logical tone.
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We should start now because the deadline is tomorrow.
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We should start now given that the deadline is tomorrow.
Reason (informal clause)
Nuance: Casual
Informal; good for dialogue.
Boring
We waited outside because the room was crowded.
Better
We waited outside seeing as the room was crowded.
Reason (noticing)
Nuance: Noticing
Somewhat informal; okay in narratives.
Boring
We waited outside because the room was crowded.
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We waited outside seeing that the room was crowded.
Reason (explicit)
Nuance: Explicit
Very clear; good for explanations.
Boring
We stayed inside because it was raining.
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We stayed inside; the reason is that it was raining.
Reason/result chain (formal)
Nuance: Chain
Formal; cause chain in one sentence.
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He missed the bus because he forgot his alarm.
Better
He forgot his alarm, as a result of which he missed the bus.
Reason (emphasis)
Nuance: Emphasis
Formal emphasis; use carefully.
Boring
He apologized because he knew he was wrong.
Better
He apologized for the simple reason that he knew he was wrong.
Reason (very formal clause)
Nuance: Very formal
Very formal; use rarely.
Boring
We stayed inside because it was raining.
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We stayed inside in light of the fact that it was raining.
Reason (formal, explains how)
Nuance: Explains
Formal; explains in what way it is true.
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The plan worked because everyone followed the rules.
Better
The plan worked in that everyone followed the rules.
Reason (very formal clause)
Nuance: Official
Very formal; often in reports.
Boring
We should start now because the deadline is tomorrow.
Better
We should start now in view of the fact that the deadline is tomorrow.
Reason (very formal)
Nuance: Very formal
Very formal; use rarely.
Boring
The conclusion is strong because the evidence is clear.
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The conclusion is strong inasmuch as the evidence is clear.
Reason (formal clause)
Nuance: Official
Formal; similar to “on the grounds that”.
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The request was denied because it was incomplete.
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The request was denied on the basis that it was incomplete.
Reason (formal)
Nuance: Official
Formal; used in official writing.
Boring
The request was denied because it was incomplete.
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The request was denied on the grounds that it was incomplete.