Because of
Because of preposition - As the result of.
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Synonyms for Because of
Despite is an antonym for because of.
Despite
Despite noun - Open dislike for someone or something considered unworthy of one's concern or respect.
Because of is an antonym for despite.
Both terms in one sentence
- Bullying a Dragon is about knowingly picking on a superpowered person, despite or because of the fact that they have super powers, often ones that can kill you.
Source: Trope Distinctions / A to C -
Cheerful Child: Rocky, despite or because of his father's death, becomes obsessed with dinosaurs and farts.
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Whether his love of the weapon is despite or because of the sheer number of times Danny kills himself with it is up for debate.
Source: Web Video / Game Grumps
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