argal

/ˈɑːrɡəl/
adverb
  1. Therefore; consequently (used in humorous or archaic contexts to mean 'therefore' or 'so').
    • The store was closed, argal we had to go somewhere else for dinner.
    • He forgot his keys, argal he was locked out of the house.
    • She studied all night, argal she passed the exam easily.
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