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British pronunciation/biː dˌaʊn tʊ ˌɛsbˈiː/
American pronunciation/biː dˌaʊn tʊ ˌɛsbˈiː/
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az kaldı

to have a limited amount or number of something left
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to [be] down to {sb/sth} definition and meaning

What is the origin of the idiom "be down to somebody or something" and when to use it?

The idiom "be down to somebody or something" is derived from the idea of reducing or depleting a resource or supply to the point where it is almost exhausted. The use of "down to" suggests that you have reached a minimal or critical level. It is used to describe a situation where the quantity or availability of something has been reduced to a limited or critical level, often implying that further reduction may lead to a shortage or depletion.

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bir şeyin nedeni olmak

to be heavily dependent on someone or something
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What is the origin of the idiom "be down to somebody or something" and when to use it?

The idiom "be down to somebody or something" derives from the idea of attributing a situation, condition, or responsibility to a specific person or thing. It has been in use in the English language for many years and indicates that the identified person or element is the primary reason for the outcome or state being described.

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The decision to expand the business was down to the company's growth and opportunities in the market.
The success of the project was down to her hard work and dedication.
The team's victory was down to their excellent teamwork and strategy.
His recovery is down to the support of his family and the medical team.
He claimed his problems were down to the media.
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