Grammar fix
in view of
because of circumstances
Used to introduce facts or circumstances that justify a decision or action.
expression
How oftenNow and then
LevelC1
Used inSpeech & writing
Hear it in context
Notice where the phrase sounds natural.
In view of the heavy rain, the organisers cancelled the outdoor event.
My company sent out a notice saying that, in view of rising costs, there'd be no bonuses this year, which didn't go down well with anyone.
Fix the pattern
One small grammar move makes it sound right.
Not: In view to the new evidence, the case was reopened.
Say: In view of the new evidence, the case was reopened.
The fixed phrase is 'in view of', not 'in view to'.
Don't confuse it
Other ways to say it
Taking a fact into account
How formalEverydayFormal
givenThe everyday choice: fine in casual speech ('given the weather…'), unlike the more formal 'in light of' and 'in view of'.in light ofA fact or development gives reason to reconsider something.
in view ofYou're here · More formal: introducing circumstances that justify a decision.