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It is because vs That is because

Both "it is because" and "that is because" are correct ways to offer an explanation or reason for something. The best choice depends on personal preference or the flow of the sentence.
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It is because

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to provide an explanation or reason for something.

This phrase is used to introduce an explanation or reason for a situation or action. It is followed by the reason or cause.

Examples:

  • It is because of the rain that the match was canceled.
  • It is because he was sick that he couldn't attend the meeting.
  • It is because of her hard work that she got promoted.
  • It is because of the traffic that I am running late.
  • It is because of his laziness that he failed the exam.
  • Jun 27, 2019 ... Technically, there's nothing wrong with the construction "It is because..." itself. But in your example, it's not terribly natural.
  • Sep 12, 2024 ... When life breaks you, it is because you are ready to be put back together differently. Every piece of you that feels shattered is a piece ...
  • Jan 28, 2015 ... ... grammaticallity of starting a sentence with "it is because". – Matt E. Эллен. Commented Jan 28, 2015 at 8:33. Add a comment |. Your Answer.
  • Oct 28, 2013 ... Hello. I remember my english teacher once told me saying or writing "It is because…." was wrong and we should always write/say "This is ...
  • This country is what it is because of their sacrifice. Today we remember!!!Veterans Day.
  • Apr 18, 2021 ... When another person makes you suffer, it is because he suffers deeply within himself, and his suffering is spilling over. He does not need punishment; he needs ...
  • Sep 15, 2024 ... When life breaks you, it is because you are ready to be put back together differently. Every piece of you that feels shattered is a piece that will find a new ...
  • Mar 31, 2022 ... How to say 'Like, I think it is because of..' or 'I feel like..' What is the Spanish word for 'like' in the sense of 'Like, I think this is ...
  • Mar 4, 2024 ... If We Stand Tall it is Because We Stand on the Shoulders of Giants. The following tribute was written by Saleem Holbrook and first appeared ...
  • It is because of my love for my country that I'm proud to announce that I'm joining the Republican Party.

Alternatives:

  • That is because
  • The reason is that
  • This is because
  • The explanation is that
  • The cause is that

That is because

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to provide an explanation or reason for something.

This phrase is used to introduce an explanation or reason for a situation or action. It is followed by the reason or cause.

Examples:

  • That is because of the storm that the flight was delayed.
  • That is because he forgot his keys that he couldn't enter the house.
  • That is because of the noise that I couldn't concentrate.
  • That is because of her talent that she got the role.
  • That is because of his dedication that he succeeded.
  • 7 days ago ... Venture wasn't mentioned once in this thread. That is because the hero never released and we're all crazy. Shitpost.
  • Dec 21, 2023 ... 116 likes, 6 comments - twolaceshoes on December 21, 2023: "“'Aslan,' said Lucy 'you're bigger.' 'That is because you are older, little one.
  • Apr 16, 2016 ... The new Doom feels like Halo: That is because the Doom MP was made by the same company that made the Halo 4 MP (as well as some CoD MP games).
  • Jan 12, 2015 ... That is because would mean that the first term is caused by the second term. January 12, 2015. 0. 0. Still haven't found your answers? Write ...
  • Oct 25, 2024 ... SeanBartleyMusic (@seanbartleymusic). 83 Replies. 2.7K Likes. There is a reason Kamala is in Texas tonight. That is because it is in play.
  • One does not wish to believe that the American Negro can feel this way, but that is because the Christian world has been misled by its own rhetoric and ...
  • McSorley's Old Ale House: Light or Dark? Beer that is... because that's all they got. - See 1433 traveler reviews, 718 candid photos, and great deals for ...
  • Dec 15, 2022 ... And that is because we live in a world that is not set up for everyone." MJ Grant shares heart-wrenching and joyful moments with her mom on ...
  • If because can refer to a pronoun like it or to the also common this or that ("this/that is because"), there is no logical reason it should not refer to a ...

Alternatives:

  • It is because
  • The reason is that
  • This is because
  • The explanation is that
  • The cause is that

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