Whys-and-wherefores Synonyms

A basis for rational action
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. reason
  2. explanation
  3. cause

Whys-and-wherefores Sentence Examples

  • The discussions are immediately centered around the whys and wherefores of the imminent departure of myself and family as immigrants to the United States.

  • This provokes you to go on a roaring rampage of revenge as you try and find out the who's, whys and wherefores.

  • This provokes you to go on a roaring rampage of revenge as you try and find out the who 's, whys and wherefores.

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