CAUSES

Events that provide the generative force that is the origin of something

Example: "They are trying to determine the cause of the crash"

A justification for something existing or happening

Example: "He had no cause to complain"

A series of actions advancing a principle or tending toward a particular end

Example: "He supported populist campaigns"

Any entity that produces an effect or is responsible for events or results

A comprehensive term for any proceeding in a court of law whereby an individual seeks a legal remedy

Example: "The family brought suit against the landlord"