Thus giving him
the upper hand.
Breaking Bad Season 4, Episode 8
Thus, all shall prosper.
Game of Thrones Season 3, Episode 4
THUS freeing up my mind
The Big Bang Theory Season 5, Episode 4
neither direct, THUS
discouraging conversation,
The Big Bang Theory Season 12, Episode 24
...THUS intimidating one's opponent.
The Big Bang Theory Season 1, Episode 13