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due to
Attributable to, because of, as in Due to scanty rainfall, we may face a crop failure . This usage has been criticized by some authorities, but today it is widely considered standard. [Early 1900s] Also see on account of .
Likely to, announced as, as in Betty bought more of the stock, believing it was due to rise , or The play is due to open next week . [Early 1900s]
Owing or payable to, as in We must give our staff whatever vacation is due to them .
Example Sentences
It's due to-morrow, and the reason I wanted cash was because old Grisley insisted on cash and nothing else.
And the rent's due to-morrow—I can't spare a cent—and me in this shabby old gown!
"I believe your interest falls due to-day, Mr. Nelson," said the squire, when he found himself alone with his debtor.
No doubt you are due to-night at Government House like Cheveril and myself.
I know his ring; besides, he is due to-day; Violet has the money ready.
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