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thereby

/ˈðɛərbaɪ/ adverb · British & US
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What does thereby mean?

adverb

Used to indicate that the main effect or result of a particular action or set of circumstances is as stated. Used to indicate that something is done as a result of something else.

Example

"She was fired thereby losing her job and her income."

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