のせいで
Usually written in kana. Kanji spelling の所為で
because of; owing to; due to
Meanings
Expression
because of; owing to; due to
Example sentences
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He died from overwork.
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She died of cancer.
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Because he is old, he, too, has grown weak.
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Because of heavy rain my car broke down.
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It is in fact your fault.
More examples (10)
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His eyes are dim with age.
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The snow caused me to miss the train.
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Age deprived him of his sight.
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I can't concentrate on my work because of the noise.
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The traffic jam caused me to be late for the meeting.
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His carelessness cost him a broken leg.
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Because of his age, my grandfather doesn't hear well.
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Her new hair-do made her look younger.
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He was under the influence of alcohol when he crashed his car.
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I can't use my left hand because of the plaster cast.