"Because of"

 "Because of" is a preposition that introduces the reason for something.

Here's how you can use it:

• "Because of" + noun:

  • "The game was canceled because of the rain."
  • "She was late because of the traffic."
  • "He lost his job because of his laziness."

• "Because of" + gerund (verb + -ing):

  • "He failed the exam because of not studying."
  • "She couldn't go to the party because of having to work late."

• "Because of" + noun phrase:

  • "They decided to stay home because of the bad weather."
  • "He was praised because of his hard work and dedication."

Key Points:

• "Because of" is generally more informal than "because."
• It is often used to emphasize the importance of the reason.

Example:

"Because of the pandemic, many businesses had to close."

I hope this helps! Let me know if you have any other questions.