by dint of

phrase

Synonyms of by dint ofnext
: by force of : because of
succeeded by dint of hard work

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In the end, Rhaenyra must settle for becoming queen simply by dint of doing the job. — Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 6 July 2026 Advertisement Having conversations in fluent French, acquired by dint of immense hard work over many years, was an unmatchably rewarding experience. — Douglas Hofstadter, Time, 30 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1664, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of by dint of was in 1664

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“By dint of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/by%20dint%20of. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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