英語翻譯：

cause; due to; because of; by; follow; obey; reason; through

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例句：

1. 這些發(fā)動機是由蒸汽驅(qū)動的。
   The engines are driven by steam.
2. 我不完全理解他離開的理由。
   I don't fully understand his reasons for leaving.
3. 由于下雨，取消了比賽。
   Owing to the rain, the match was cancelled.
4. 自由的意志使我們可以選擇自己的生活方式。
   Free will makes us able to choose our way of life.
5. 囚犯們希望重獲自由。
   The prisoners wish to be free again.
6. 由車站走到這里只有十分鐘的路程。
   It is no more than ten minutes' walk from the station.
7. 許多疾病是由細菌引起的。
   Many diseases are caused by bacteria.
8. 他的成功是由于勤勉和許多朋友的幫助。
   He succeeded both because he was industrious and because he had many friends to help him.