The ability of a language user lies in using a right word in a right context. This ability enables one to encode or express ideas in a better way. To attain this end, one must be able to group together of individual word-meaning or phrase-meanings that generally share the same idea, concept, or semantic area. They mean the same thing in a general way, but they entail certain hey differences. These differences govern why one word sounds natural or correct in a particular sentence and why another word, apparently close in meaning to the first word, does not sound right. For example: “Because” in its varies shades is used to explain why something happened, why you did something, etc.
Because (conjunction): She is in a bad mood because her father won’t let her go to the party tonight.
Another meaning – the reason… is that – It is used when you are explaining something carefully, especially when you’ve been asked to explain why something happened.
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Because of (Preposition)
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Since: This meaning is used to introduce the reason why you decide to do something or suggest doing something (conjunction).
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As: It is used to introduce the reason why a particular situation exists, why someone decides to do something or suggests doing something etc. (conjunction).
Usage: As he had been in prison several times, he was a prime suspect for the case.
Through: It is used especially when you want to explain why something has succeeded or why it has failed. (Preposition).
Usage: We succeeded through sheer hard work.
Out of: Out of curiosity/desperation. It is used especially when someone has done something they wouldn’t usually do (preposition)
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On account of is used when you want to explain the reason for a difficulty, problem, or failure (prep).
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As a result of is used especially in news reports and public statements to introduce the cause of something that has happened (something unpleasant usually)(prep).
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Due to is used especially in official statements to introduce the reason for a difficulty or failure (prep).
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Owing to is also used in official statements to explain why something happened.
Usage: This is one of the most commonly used metals in modern industry owing to its widespread availability.
Seeing as is an informal expression which is used especially to talk about a situation that causes you to decide or suggest something that you haven’t originally intended.
Usage: It was a great idea to go to the cinema but seeing as no one had any money, we couldn’t go.