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due to
due to
preposition
Definition of DUE TO
: as a result of : because of <due to the complaints of uptight parents … he lost his job — Herbert Gold>
See due to defined for kids Usage Discussion of DUE TO
The objection to due to as a preposition is only a continuation of disagreements that began in the 18th century over the proper uses of owing and due. Due to is as grammatically sound as owing to, which is frequently recommended in its place. It has been and is used by reputable writers and has been recognized as standard for decades. There is no solid reason to avoid due to.
Examples of DUE TO
- <evening classes were cancelled due to heavy snow>
First Known Use of DUE TO
1897
Related to DUE TO
- Synonyms
- because of, owing to, through, with
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