because of

due to, owing to, because of, thanks to

1. I did not go to the cinema because of the intense cold.
   我因为严寒没出去看电影。
2. We win the game because of his participation.
   由于他的参与，我们赢了比赛。
3. Because of his irresolute character, we were defeated at last.
   因为他性格的软弱，我们最终被打败了。
4. They've surcharged us 10% on the price of the holiday because of a rise in air fares.
   因飞机票涨价，他们在度假费用中向我们增收了10%附加费。
5. The police are advising motorists to reduce speed because of the fog.
   由于有雾，警察告诫驾车者减慢速度。
6. Many beautiful fish are fast disappearing because of the severe pollution.
   因为污染严重，许多美丽的鱼类正在面临绝种。
7. Her company is suing her for slander because of her remarks about their safety record.
   由于她发表了关于公司安全记录的言论，该公司正以诽谤罪起诉她。
8. Navigation is difficult on this river because of the hidden rocks.
   因为河上有暗礁，所以在这条河上航行很困难。