due to (someone or something)

due to (someone or something)

1. As a result of something. Due to the impending thunderstorms, the baseball game has been canceled.2. Apt, likely, or set to do something. I think you should try to sell your house now, as the skyrocketing prices in this area are due to drop soon.3. Owed to someone. I never got my last paycheck, so I have money due to me!See also: due

due to

1. 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] 2. 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. 3. Owing or payable to, as in We must give our staff whatever vacation is due to them. See also: due