noun a word that functions as the name of a specific person, place, thing, or idea
preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence
Thanks to advancements in artificial intelligence, we are able to automate tasks that were once time-consuming.
Thanks to the research conducted by Dr. Smith, we have a better understanding of this complex topic.
Thanks to our loyal customers, we were able to achieve record sales this quarter.
Thanks to the dedication of our healthcare workers, we have been able to provide quality care to our patients.
Thanks to our exceptional staff, we have received rave reviews from our guests.
Thanks to the generosity of our donors, we were able to fund several important projects.
In the acknowledgements section of a book, a writer may thank their editor, publisher, or other individuals who helped with the writing process.
A psychologist may use 'thanks to' when acknowledging colleagues or research participants who contributed to a study or project.