due (to) 1 of 2

as in resultant
coming as a result success that is due to hard work

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due to

2 of 2

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as in with
as the result of evening classes were cancelled due to heavy snow

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This hue change is due to how the sun's light interacts with the atmosphere. Mariyam Muhammad, The Enquirer, 17 Sep. 2024 The hue is due to the greater thickness of Earth’s atmosphere near the horizon, according to EarthSky. Ashley Strickland, CNN, 17 Sep. 2024 One of the state's main problems is lead in drinking water due to lead service lines, an issue proving costly to address. Madeline Heim, Journal Sentinel, 17 Sep. 2024 Starting with the 2024 season, wide receivers and tight ends will also be recognized due to their elite performances. Dj Siddiqi, Forbes, 5 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for due (to) 

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“Due (to).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/due%20%28to%29. Accessed 2 Oct. 2024.

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