Alternative form of thereanent

Understanding cannot be forced on someone who chooses to be ignorant.

(philosophy) The quality of being there, or in some place; presence; existence.

(vulgar, potentially offensive) Once someone has grown pubic hair or started puberty, they are old enough for sexual intercourse.

plural of thereness

Alternative form of there's no point crying over spilt milk

Alternative form of if there's grass on the pitch, play ball

There is a reason behind even the most odd and seemingly unnecessary action.

(aviation) The determination of a pilot to reach a destination even when conditions for flying are very dangerous (in technical terms, a form of plan continuation bias).

Indicates that the speaker wants to know whether a grocery store is nearby.