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that

∞ 1.0
Introduce a clause showing a statement, reason, or result
  • subordinating conjunction
  • /ðæt/
: que
  • I did not move because I knew that he would hurt me if I did.
  • suggest that
  • indicate that
  • find that

I knew and they knew that Alec was guilty.

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Examples

  • Only later did I come to recognize that, for her, there had been no choice.

    Academic text (2011)
  • At what point is that going to come up?

  • One thing I know is that there should be.

  • And let me make sure that I am good.

  • I'm just really glad that you guys are okay.

  • His 2009 work The Idea of Justice argues that social justice cannot be easily defined.

    Academic text (2011)
  • I knew and they knew that Alec was guilty.

  • I think it's great that Merlin's got you this chance.

  • Eventually, the temperature becomes high enough that chemical reactions change the makeup of the gas.

    Academic text (2011)
  • For some, lupus symptoms can be so severe that the individual is unable to work.

Idioms

∞ 3.7

Inside the thing or place just mentioned

A thing like the one just mentioned

true that
  • Informal
259 8.1

To say you agree with someone

that's that
  • Informal
255 5.1

A final decision that cannot be changed or discussed

238 3.9

It is also true of something just mentioned

just like that
  • Informal
199 4.2

Happens suddenly without warning or effort

copy that
  • Informal
85 7.6

I have received and understand the message

Roger that
  • Informal
74 8.0

A short phrase people say to show they understand a message

that does it
  • Informal
74 8.0

You say you will not accept something any more

To say something more clearly

to that end
  • Formal
41 4.0

To make that happen

Having the same meaning as what was said

31 7.6

Even if that is true, it does not change what happens next

As much as someone says or suggests

all that
  • Slang
11 8.9

Someone who thinks they are much better than others

said that shit
  • Offensive
10 9.9

A phrase people say to show strong surprise or that they do not believe what someone just said

To harm someone who helps you

Words people say when a difficult situation ends well

8 4.0

Something that keeps bringing good things or joy over a long time

6 8.6

Shows strong agreement with something that is clearly true

suck on that
  • Offensive
5 9.9

A rude shout that tells someone you beat or proved them wrong

It applies at the level already mentioned

To say the same thing using different words

all that jazz
  • Informal
3 7.9

Other similar things you could mention

3 7.7

To end a relationship or opportunity so you cannot use it again

1 9.3

To tell viewers or listeners to keep watching and not change the channel during a break in the show

Accept this fact even if you do not like it

To destroy a steady source of income by greedy short-term choices

1 9.1

Tell someone not to change the radio or television channel before a show returns

1 9.9

A joking way to say a comment applies to you

1 9.9

A strong feeling of surprise and anger at someone's rude, bold act

A person who looks very pleased because they have a secret success

1 9.9

A person who finally gets what they wanted but does not know what to do next

To deal with a problem only when it happens, not before

An offer that is as fair as possible and cannot be better

Stay loyal to people or groups that supported you

A face so ugly that it shocks people

9.9

To say lies or nonsense to trick someone

9.9

Make an angry, unhappy face to show you are annoyed

To smile in a proud, secret way because you feel pleased with yourself

People criticize and pressure those who stand out to be like everyone else

Families stay close and strong by spending time together

Families who sleep close together become closer

Compounds

that guy
  • Informal
∞ 7.9

A person, usually male, who behaves in an annoying or rude way

10 6.8

The time when a woman has her monthly period

A shared feeling or value that keeps people together

that bugger
  • Offensive
2 9.9

A person who is annoying or causes trouble

A warm drink, like tea, that makes you feel better

A person who feels very close to a fictional character and sees themselves in that character

A person who once had great power or fame but later does not succeed

that bih
  • NSFW
9.9

A very stylish thing or person that stands out

Surface Forms

that main

Etymology

The conjunction that also comes from Old English þæt, which pointed to an idea, and it became the small word that introduces a reported thought or reason, as in 'She said that she was late'.