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Then vs Then,

Both "then" and "then," are correct, but they are used in different contexts. "Then" without a comma is used as an adverb to indicate time or sequence. On the other hand, "then," with a comma is used to introduce a clause or a consequence.

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Then

This is correct. "Then" is used as an adverb to indicate time or sequence.

Use "then" without a comma when you want to indicate a specific time or sequence of events.

Examples:

  • I will finish my homework and then go to bed.
  • She studied for her exam, and then she took a break.
  • Then the whole family moved here.
  • Then please check here and initial there.
  • Then you should be more tolerant with them.
  • Then we will need larger accommodations.
  • Then the miracle the epidemic begins.
  • Then, he retreated into autism, ignoring everyone.
  • Then you are important person for me.
  • Then find for us those responsible.
  • Then I pulled down my skirt.
  • Then memory loss, some disorientation.
  • Then stop handing out sarcastic orders.
  • Then you could sneak safely away as planned.
  • Then Auntie Jane goes rogue again.
  • Then Klaus killed them for their betrayal.
  • Then Uncle Charlie came and everything changed.
  • Then do what's right next time.
  • Then there's less legal attractions.
  • Then the relationship started going badly.
  • Then that guy has some serious jealousy issues.
  • Then 6 weeks ago Eric reported Maya missing.

Alternatives:

  • next
  • after that
  • subsequently
  • following that
  • later

Then,

This is correct. "Then," with a comma, is used to introduce a clause or a consequence.

Use "then," with a comma when you want to introduce a clause or indicate a consequence.

Examples:

  • If you don't finish your work, then, you won't get paid.
  • She didn't study for the test; then, she failed.
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  • a (1) : in that case <take it, then, if you want it so much> (2) —used after but to qualify or offset a preceding statement <she lost the race, but then she never really ...
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Alternatives:

  • in that case
  • therefore
  • as a result
  • consequently
  • hence

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