thanks to
preposition
: with the help of : because of
arrived early, thanks to good weather
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The flattering boatneck cut of this top creates a timeless look, and, despite being a sleeveless crop top, this shirt has a nice weight to it, thanks to the linen-blend.
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Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 8 Mar. 2026
But the magic lies in Chipotle’s chicken choice (thighs, which deliver more flavor, fat, and juiciness than chicken breasts) and the marinade (which is warm and smoky thanks to chipotle peppers in adobo, cumin, and ancho chile powder).
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Mar. 2026
The seniors all returned to the game in the late going, thanks to the lopsided score.
—Kansas City Star, 8 Mar. 2026
The first half featured 20 more shot attempts by Ryan, thanks to dominance on the offensive board.
—American-Statesman Staff, Austin American Statesman, 7 Mar. 2026
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Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 8 Mar. 2026
But the magic lies in Chipotle’s chicken choice (thighs, which deliver more flavor, fat, and juiciness than chicken breasts) and the marinade (which is warm and smoky thanks to chipotle peppers in adobo, cumin, and ancho chile powder).
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Mar. 2026
The seniors all returned to the game in the late going, thanks to the lopsided score.
—Kansas City Star, 8 Mar. 2026
The first half featured 20 more shot attempts by Ryan, thanks to dominance on the offensive board.
—American-Statesman Staff, Austin American Statesman, 7 Mar. 2026
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“Thanks to.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/thanks%20to. Accessed 10 Mar. 2026.
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