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Dint

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Effort ImplicationPlay
Implies determined effort or struggle to achieve something. SlideHe passed the exam by dint of perseverance.
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Success AttributionPlay
Often used to attribute success to a specific cause or effort. SlideHer fame came via dint of relentless practice.
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Formal ExpressionPlay
Tends to appear more in formal or literary contexts. SlideBy dint of careful planning, the event was a triumph.