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0 the reason why something, especially something bad, happens
The police are still trying to establish the cause of the fire. 警方仍在努力查证失火的原因。
I wouldn't tell you without (good) cause (= if there was not a (good) reason). 没有(正当的)理由,我是不会告诉你的。
I believe we have/there is just cause (= a fair reason) for taking this action. 我认为我们采取这样的行动有正当的理由。
He's never given me any cause for concern. 他从未让我担心过。
1 a socially valuable principle that is strongly supported by some people
They are fighting for a cause - the liberation of their people. 他们正为解放人民这一事业而战斗。
I'll sponsor you for £10 - it's all in a good cause. 我资助你10英镑——这都是为了做正经事嘛。
2 to make something happen, especially something bad
The difficult driving conditions caused several accidents. 艰难的驾驶条件引发了好几起事故。
[ + obj + to infinitive ] The bright light caused her to blink. 明亮的光线刺得她直眨眼睛。
Most heart attacks are caused by blood clots. 大多数心脏病发作都是由于血液凝块所致。
[ + two objects ] I hope the children haven't caused you too much trouble. 我希望孩子们没给你添太多麻烦。
3 because