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to have somebody or something to thank for something
[have] {sb/sth} to thank
to have somebody or something to thank for something
01
to assume someone responsible for something good that happened to one and be grateful to them
Idiom
What is the origin of the idiom "have someone or something to thank for something" and when to use it?
The idiom "have someone or something to thank for something" is believed to have originated from the idea of expressing gratitude or acknowledging the source of assistance or support. It is used to attribute the cause or reason for a positive outcome or benefit to a specific person, thing, or action.
Examples
If this fix works, we'll have Nina to thank—it was entirely her idea.
