Compound Prepositions - Means or Cause

Dive into English compound prepositions for means or cause, like "by means of" and "owing to".

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by dint of

[preposition]

through the force, effort, or influence of someone or something

Ex: They overcame the challenges by dint of their teamwork and determination.

by means of

[preposition]

by using or with the help of something

Ex: She cured her insomnia by means of meditation and yoga .

by way of

[preposition]

through a particular method, route, or means

Ex: He obtained the information by way of an online search .

by virtue of

[preposition]

because of a particular quality, attribute, or right possessed by someone or something

Ex: He was appointed as the team captain by virtue of his leadership skills .

through the use of

[preposition]

utilizing a particular method, tool, or technique

Ex: The artist created stunning visual effects through the use of digital editing software .

in the wake of

[preposition]

used to convey that something is happening or exists after and often due to another event or action

Ex: In the wake of the economic downturn , many businesses had to downsize or close .

because of

[preposition]

used to introduce the reason of something happening

Ex: She loves him because of his kindness .

by reason of

[preposition]

because of a particular cause or reason

Ex: The decision was made by reason of safety concerns .

due to

[preposition]

as a result of a specific cause or reason

Ex: The cancellation of classes was due to a teacher strike .

on account of

[preposition]

because of a specific reason or cause

Ex: They decided to relocate on account of better job opportunities .

owing to

[preposition]

as a result of a particular cause or circumstance

Ex: She was unable to attend owing to prior commitments .

at the hands of

[preposition]

as a result of actions or treatment carried out by a particular person or group

Ex: The company went bankrupt at the hands of incompetent management .

thanks to

[preposition]

used to express the cause or reason for a particular outcome

Ex: The problem was resolved quickly thanks to the expertise of the technician.

in order for

[preposition]

used to indicate the necessary condition or requirement that must be fulfilled for a particular goal or outcome to be achieved

Ex: In order for the plant to thrive , it requires regular watering and sunlight .

in charge of

[preposition]

having control or responsibility for someone or something

Ex: The director is in charge of casting actors for the upcoming film .

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Compound Prepositions - Means or Cause