Clauses of Result – How do we form them?

A. so, as a result, therefore, for this reason, consequently, as a consequence, with the result that, etc.

• He was late, so he took a taxi.
• She was rushing to the office; therefore, she didn’t notice me.
• There was an accident; consequently, I missed the plane.
• As a result of the accident, I missed the plane.
• He didn’t get the promotion. For that reason, he resigned.

B. hence, thus mean the same but they are more formal and are often used for writing.

• The company failed to adapt to new trends; thus, it lost many customers.
• She had no prior experience; hence, she found the job quite challenging.