By dint of Meaning in English
expression
Definition
Used to say that something happened as a result of a particular effort, action, or quality. Often expresses achieving something through hard work or determination.
Usage & Nuances
Formal and somewhat literary; rarely used in everyday speech but common in written English or formal speech. Usually followed by a noun or noun phrase ("by dint of hard work"). Similar to 'as a result of', but with an emphasis on effort or cause.
Example Sentences
She became successful by dint of hard work.
basic
He finished the project by dint of determination.
basic
They succeeded by dint of teamwork.
basic
By dint of sheer persistence, he learned to play the piano.
natural
The team made it to the finals by dint of never giving up.
natural
He only passed the course by dint of studying all night before the exam.
natural