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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: duedue to1. 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 |