On this/that account

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Causal Emphasis

Emphasizes the reason behind a decision or action, highlighting the cause-effect relationship.

She won the award, and it was on this account that the university offered her a scholarship.

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Subtle Justification

Used to justify a stance or action without making the justification too direct or confrontational.

He declined the invitation, not on the account of distance, but because he had prior commitments.

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Formal Tone

More common in written English or formal speech, and may sound overly formal in casual conversation.

We appreciated her hard work, and on that account, we recommended her promotion.