on account of
Example Sentences
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He says he was in debt on account of paying other people’s bills after becoming an independent artist.
From Los Angeles Times
On account of regenerative braking, I might not have to change the brake pads until my vehicle hits 70,000 miles or more.
United may be better placed than others if there is a sustained comeback—on account of its “act of God” guidance policy.
From Barron's
Anderson has responded with a lawsuit of his own seeking to dissolve the lobbying firm on account of Burkle’s “greed, mercurial behavior, and public reporting of relationships held by Mr. Burkle with certain individuals,” according to a complaint filed by Anderson’s company DWA Enterprises.
From Los Angeles Times
He named the small boat the Wreck-less on account of it not suffering a big hole that would cause it to sink.
From Literature
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