have cause

Frequency: 7.512.5 per million words

To have a good reason for an action or belief.

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Examples (10)

  • We have good cause to believe that he was involved in the crime.
  • After the constant delays, the customers had cause for complaint.
  • If the rumors are true, you will have just cause to be angry.
  • The board of directors has cause to reconsider its decision.
  • She felt she had no cause to apologize for her actions.
  • Do we really have sufficient cause to launch a full investigation?
  • The employees have every cause to be optimistic about the company's future.
  • He had little cause for celebration after seeing his final exam results.
  • Given the evidence presented, the judge had reasonable cause to issue the warrant.
  • I don't think you have any cause to doubt her loyalty.