due to

preposition

: as a result of : because of

due to the complaints of uptight parents … he lost his job

—Herbert Gold

Using Due to: Usage Guide

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.

Synonyms

• because of
• owing to
• through
• with

Examples of due to in a Sentence

evening classes were cancelled due to heavy snow

Recent Examples on the Web

Turkey has become one of the world’s top destinations for hair restoration due to its balance of affordability and medical expertise. —Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2025

The final bill shares many similarities, but ultimately reduced the amount of the tax from the original proposal due to economic concerns. —Will McGough, Forbes.com, 29 Apr. 2025

At the time, developers deserted the 128-story project before it was completed due to significant financial difficulties. —Katherine McLaughlin, Architectural Digest, 29 Apr. 2025

Many caregivers feel overwhelmed and experience chronic stress due to the emotional toll of dementia caregiving. —Verywell Health, 29 Apr. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1897, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for due to

• accrue
• ado
• ainu
• aircrew
• airscrew
• anew
• askew
• baboo
• babu
• bamboo
• beaucoup
• bijou

Kids Definition

due to

preposition

: because of