thanks to

preposition

: with the help of : because of
arrived early, thanks to good weather
Phrases
no thanks to
: not as a result of any benefit conferred by
he feels better now, no thanks to you

Examples of thanks to in a Sentence

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Today, the experience is all that and much more, and Sandals’ adults-only properties consistently rank among the best all-inclusive resorts in Jamaica, thanks to the blend of tropical pleasures and authenticity based in Jamaican roots. AFAR Media, 27 Sep. 2025 The base is rich and custardy from eggs, corn syrup, and brown sugar—sweet, caramel-like, and slightly creamy thanks to the touch of heavy cream. Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 27 Sep. 2025 Gap Pleated Wide-Leg Jeans These jeans are ripe with ’80s style inspo, thanks to the stonewashed denim, baggy fit, and single front pleats. Jamie Allison Sanders, PEOPLE, 27 Sep. 2025 And thanks to Bad Bunny, thousands of travelers are learning how to do it right. Cat Sposato, Travel + Leisure, 27 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for thanks to

Word History

First Known Use

1633, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of thanks to was in 1633

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“Thanks to.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/thanks%20to. Accessed 30 Sep. 2025.

Kids Definition

thanks to

preposition
: with the help of : because of
arrived early, thanks to good weather
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