thanks to
preposition
: with the help of : because of
arrived early, thanks to good weather
see also no thanks to
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Blue Borrowed Light from Farrow & Ball is a grayish-blue hue that can help transform a dark room, thanks to its bright undertones.
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Nashia Baker, Martha Stewart, 4 Jan. 2026
The striking midnight iris shade is 40 percent off right now, and can transition effortlessly from a morning workout to airport lounges and even a hiking trip thanks to the second-skin feel that provides optimal movement and all-day comfort.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 4 Jan. 2026
Satisfy gets a lot of flack for its prices, but this running jacket justifies the price tag thanks to its effective modularity and (extremely) lightweight design.
—Will Porter, Outside, 4 Jan. 2026
But this one takes the cake as the favorite, and that's probably thanks to the tangy ranch sauce and ultra-crisp breading made with panko and eggs.
—Lizzy Briskin, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Jan. 2026
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Nashia Baker, Martha Stewart, 4 Jan. 2026
The striking midnight iris shade is 40 percent off right now, and can transition effortlessly from a morning workout to airport lounges and even a hiking trip thanks to the second-skin feel that provides optimal movement and all-day comfort.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 4 Jan. 2026
Satisfy gets a lot of flack for its prices, but this running jacket justifies the price tag thanks to its effective modularity and (extremely) lightweight design.
—Will Porter, Outside, 4 Jan. 2026
But this one takes the cake as the favorite, and that's probably thanks to the tangy ranch sauce and ultra-crisp breading made with panko and eggs.
—Lizzy Briskin, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Jan. 2026
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“Thanks to.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/thanks%20to. Accessed 9 Jan. 2026.
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