therefor, therefore

Therefor, spelled without a final e, means “for this purpose or thing.”

  • The applicant must submit the application form and any supporting documentation therefor.

Therefore, spelled with a final e, means “for that reason, consequently.”

  • The hikers still had hours of daylight ahead of them. Therefore, they decided to trek on.

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