on account of
The phrase "on account of" is often used to explain the reason or cause behind an action or event.
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Definition
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(idiomatic)Due to a specific reason or cause.
Example
- The event was postponed on account of the weather.
- She couldn't attend the meeting on account of a prior engagement.
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(idiomatic)For the benefit or sake of someone or something.
Example
- He did it on account of his friend.
- They made changes on account of customer feedback.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "on account of":
on accounton someone's accountdue toin view ofby dint ofaccount foron one's own account