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Many people make the mistake of using "Being" at the beginning of a sentence. For example, "Being that...." But, this should be avoided because it's really bad construction.

Also, "Being that" is wordy. It means "since" and "since" is a perfectly good word to use at the beginning of a sentence (or within a sentence). "Because" is also a substitute but it should not be overused at the beginning of sentences.

For examples:

Since Sally did not do her assignments, her teacher gave her detention.

Since it was raining, I brought my umbrella with me.

Since I already saw the made-for-TV-movie, I decided to turn off the television and get some exercise.

Or......

I took my umbrella with me since the forecast called for rain.

Mr. J gave Sally detention since (or because) she did not do her assignments.

I decided to turn off the television and get some exercise since I already saw the made-for-TV-movie.

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