that
/ðət/ conjunction A1- Introducing a clause that is the object of a verb, especially a reporting verb or verb expressing belief, knowledge, perception, etc. · He told me that the book is a good read.· I can see that the ladder won't reach.
- As delayed subject. · It is almost certain that she will come.
- As direct subject. · That she will come is almost certain.
- Introducing the complement of a mandative verb. · I insist that you come.· The boss ordered that the worker enter the room.
- Introducing a clause that complements an adjective or passive participle. · I'm sure that you are right.· She is convinced that he is British.
- Expressing a reason or cause: because, in that. · Be glad that you have enough to eat.· I was saddened that you felt so little for me.
- Introducing a subordinate clause modifying an adverb. · Was John there? — Not that I saw.· How often did she visit him? — Twice that I saw.
- Introducing a clause that describes the information content of a preceding reporting noun. · I heard a rumour that they got married.· Reports that he left the country are circulating.
From the library
“That’s all right, Edmond.
There’s a providence that watches over the deserving.
“That is according to the sense you attach to the question, sir.
If you mean as responsible agent when you ask me the question, I believe there is nothing to say against him, and that you will be content with the way in which he has performed his duty.”
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