thanks to

preposition

: with the help of : because of
arrived early, thanks to good weather
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Powerbeats Pro 2 Earbuds are great for travel days, thanks to their secure fit and strong battery life that easily lasts through long flights and airport layovers. Samantha Leal, Travel + Leisure, 18 Apr. 2026 This pair resembles Alba’s thanks to its smart pleats and roomy leg silhouette. Averi Baudler, PEOPLE, 18 Apr. 2026 Say goodbye to soggy subs thanks to the Sub Sandwich Container, which protects your sandwich on the go. ABC News, 18 Apr. 2026 The spa An ode to the Alhambra Palace, Spa Palmera brings the majesty and feel of the Moorish castle to Florida, thanks to an expansive 50,000-square-foot spa replete with arches, stone work, mosaic tiles, and a lush courtyard with a tranquil lap pool. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for thanks to

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1687, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of thanks to was circa 1687

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“Thanks to.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/thanks%20to. Accessed 19 Apr. 2026.

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thanks to

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