in a/the cause

Frequency: 5.54.0 per million words

Involved in a particular movement or effort.

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in a/the

Examples (10)

  • She became a prominent figure in the socialist cause.
  • Many young activists are united in the cause of environmental protection.
  • He was an unsung hero in the cause for civil rights.
  • He dedicated his life, becoming a martyr in the cause of independence.
  • She felt a deep sense of purpose, being involved in a cause greater than herself.
  • The research examines the role of key individuals in the abolitionist cause.
  • They will stand together as allies in this noble cause.
  • How many people are truly united in a cause if it requires personal sacrifice?
  • He saw himself as a lonely warrior in the cause of artistic freedom.
  • Despite the risks, she remained a steadfast leader in the cause against oppression.