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17th May 2025

Just because ... doesn't mean ...

We use this expression to say that there is no logical connection between two things.
Usage
Written: 
Yes
Spoken: 
Yes
Formal: 
No
Informal: 
Yes
Example 1
Just because he speaks English doesn't mean he is English.
I know, he could be American, or South African, or from New Zealand for example.
Example 2
I want to stay in bed and be lazy tomorrow.
Just because it's the weekend doesn't mean there's no work to do!

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