what with

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—used to introduce the part of a sentence that indicates the cause of something

What with school and sports, she's always busy.

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There are plenty of Scots and Irish in Toronto, but the proceedings are somewhat more civilized, if not a bit Hollywood-twee, what with lapdogs decked out as Michael Keaton’s famous character. —

Guy Martin, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024 Fall is an absolute cornucopia of mani inspo, what with the ever-changing leaves, dark nights, and cozy drinks, and Hailey Bieber knows it. —

Kara Nesvig, Allure, 31 Oct. 2024 Episode 2 only compounds that idea, what with a young Catherine overtly flirting with Jonathan back in Italy (presumably instigating an affair behind Robert’s back) and then, years later, refusing Nancy’s dying wish to meet Nicholas. —

Ben Travers, IndieWire, 11 Oct. 2024 Not Pregnant: This cashier certainly has a vivid imagination, what with her spinning out imagined scenarios for your life and family. —

R. Eric Thomas, The Mercury News, 8 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for what with