it follows
Logical consequence ensues
It follows introduces a logical consequence or conclusion drawn from what came before.
The phrase signals that the next statement is a necessary or reasonable result of previous facts: If all humans are mortal and Socrates is human, it follows that Socrates is mortal.
Often used in argument or explanation to connect premises to conclusions.
It doesn't follow challenges faulty reasoning—pointing out that a conclusion isn't actually supported by the evidence.
- consequentlyAs a result
- thereforeFor that reason
- thusIn this way
- henceFor that reason
- as a resultIndicating causal outcome
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