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Because of vs due to

“Because of” focuses on the cause whiles “Due to” focuses on effect. At the same time, they are often
interchangeable.

Since vs because
Since usually refers to time and is used to indicate that something happened earlier, which led to
something else happening. Because simply states that one thing is the result of another, with no
temporal implications. In generally, use “since” if there is a clear time sequence or continuity of time,
while “because” is more straightforward in indicating cause and effect. But in many cases either word
would work.

Must vs have to
Use “have to” for external obligations and “must” for strong internal obligations. But they are often
interchangeable.

I have to finish this work by tomorrow because my boss required it. It suggests that the obligation is
coming from outside, due to circumstances.

I must finish this work by tomorrow. It suggests that the obligation is coming from within, due to the
importance.

Should vs shall
Shall expresses a strong obligation or determination to do something. For example, you shall not steal.

Should suggests advisability or desirability. For example, you should not steal.

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