If you favor “as such” to avoid another “thus” or “therefore,” you’re in good company. But do you know what “as such” actually means?
“As Such”
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Definition: The phrase as such means “in that capacity” or “in itself”: “She is the president of the company, and as such, she has the final say.”
- Common Misuses of “as such”:
- As a transition word to signal a conclusion: “There is nothing in Defendant’s reply that addresses this issue. As such, the Court should grant Plaintiff’s motion.”
- As a transition word to signal causation: “The defendant was negligent in operating the vehicle. As such, the plaintiff suffered injuries.”
Rule: Unless you mean “in that capacity,” as such is a no-go!
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