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Examples of because of in a Sentence
I was late for work because of the snowstorm, which made driving a nightmare.
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Convoys might be told to change course because of icebergs or enemy forces in the area.
—Kerry Breen, CBS News, 6 June 2024
The limit marks the second time in five years that the state has capped tax credits, which could serve as a disincentive to companies that operate in California because of generous research and development or motion picture credits, Kaye said.
—Taryn Luna, Los Angeles Times, 6 June 2024
Diane Von Furstenberg, really, because of staying power, always staying classic.
—Ingrid Vasquez, Peoplemag, 6 June 2024
Capitol Reef National Park Geologists will tell you that Utah’s scenic Capitol Reef National Park is special because of a wrinkle in the earth called the Waterpocket Fold, but the unique formation is only one of the park’s many attractions.
—Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 6 June 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
14th century, in the meaning defined above
Time Traveler
The first known use of because of was
in the 14th century
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“Because of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/because%20of. Accessed 10 Jun. 2024.
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because of
preposition
: by reason of
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