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Why

/wˈaɪ/
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(adv) For what cause, reason, or purpose.

Why do you ask?
Thanks for having explained to me at last why people take me for an idiot.
CEFR Practice Quiz
Please tell me the reason ____ you were late for the important meeting earlier this very bright and sunny morning today.

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