thanks to
preposition
: with the help of : because of
arrived early, thanks to good weather
see also no thanks to
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Despite the high neck, Ortega showed plenty of skin thanks to side cutouts that showed off some tasteful side boob and a low-slung hip.
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Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 12 Jan. 2026
Of course, the Bears’ first playoff victory in 15 years came this way, in this season, with a ridiculous second-half comeback against the rival Packers, thanks to Caleb Williams’ late 25-yard touchdown pass to DJ Moore.
—The Athletic Nfl Staff, New York Times, 12 Jan. 2026
But thanks to some small wardrobe issues and then some bigger mic issues — and the biggest issue of it just not entirely connecting — the song was a flop.
—Samantha Highfill, Entertainment Weekly, 12 Jan. 2026
This retro glider adds color to a patio thanks to its bright red, turquoise, and navy shades.
—Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 12 Jan. 2026
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Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 12 Jan. 2026
Of course, the Bears’ first playoff victory in 15 years came this way, in this season, with a ridiculous second-half comeback against the rival Packers, thanks to Caleb Williams’ late 25-yard touchdown pass to DJ Moore.
—The Athletic Nfl Staff, New York Times, 12 Jan. 2026
But thanks to some small wardrobe issues and then some bigger mic issues — and the biggest issue of it just not entirely connecting — the song was a flop.
—Samantha Highfill, Entertainment Weekly, 12 Jan. 2026
This retro glider adds color to a patio thanks to its bright red, turquoise, and navy shades.
—Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 12 Jan. 2026
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