why
A1Frequent NGSL-1UK /waɪ/US /waɪ/
Meaning
adverb
used in questions to ask the reason for or purpose of something
“Why were you late?”
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“For example: Why is Apple so innovative?”
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“I write the blog Wait But Why.”
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“saying hey why don't you sign up and”
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