due to

1. 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 .

2. 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]

3. 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.

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And the rent's due to-morrow—I can't spare a cent—and me in this shabby old gown!

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"I believe your interest falls due to-day, Mr. Nelson," said the squire, when he found himself alone with his debtor.

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No doubt you are due to-night at Government House like Cheveril and myself.

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I know his ring; besides, he is due to-day; Violet has the money ready.

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