Synonyms of because of

because of

preposition

as in with

as the result of

I was late for work because of the snowstorm, which made driving a nightmare

Synonyms & Similar Words

• with
• due to
• owing to
• on account of
• through

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of because of

This fan base has become a force to be reckoned with across the league because of its sheer size and passion. — Jon Root Outkick, FOXNews.com, 3 Oct. 2026

Members of the neighborhood organized an online campaign against Rubel because of her race. — Tania Azhang, Sacbee.com, 3 Oct. 2026

Last term the justices deadlocked on the issue in a separate case after Justice Amy Coney Barrett recused herself because of a conflict. — Nina Totenberg, NPR, 3 Oct. 2026

The Pocket Advance is one of the best retro handhelds currently available and not just because of its nostalgic retro design. — Andrew Liszewski, The Verge, 2 Oct. 2026