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whereupon

conj.
C1 Advanced US //ˈhwɛɹəˈpɑn// UK //wˈeəɹəpˌɒn// where·upon

conj. immediately after which something else happens. You use this to connect two parts of a sentence when one action causes or leads directly to the next.

conj. immediately following which; used to introduce a clause describing a consequence or a subsequent action. Functions as a relative adverb or subordinating conjunction in formal narrative contexts.


SIMPLE

He finished his speech, whereupon the audience began to clap.

CONTEXTUAL

The witness finished her testimony, whereupon the judge called for a brief recess before the cross-examination began.

COMPLEX

The CEO announced the unexpected merger to the board, whereupon several members immediately resigned in protest of the new corporate direction.

Origin

From Middle English wherupon; equivalent to where- + upon.

Usage

Used to join two clauses where the second event follows the first in time or as a result. Primarily found in formal writing or legal documents.

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