Collocation
The reason is
Used to introduce the explanation or cause for something previously stated or implied.
Definition
'The reason is' is a common English collocation. Used to introduce the explanation or cause for something previously stated or implied.
The reason is + [explanation/clause]
“The reason is that we ran out of time.”
Examples
- The reason is simple: we forgot to turn off the alarm.
- If you're wondering why I'm late, the reason is heavy traffic.
- The main reason is that we didn't receive the email in time.
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- She decided to leave early, and the reason is she felt unwell.
- Many people prefer working from home; the reason is flexibility.
- The real reason is often more complicated than it appears.
- We had to cancel the picnic, and the reason is the sudden rain.
- His poor performance continues, and the reason is his lack of practice.
- The company decided to downsize; the reason is to reduce costs.
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