ENGLISH
REFERENCE

be to do with sb/sth

idiom
Meaning

to be connected to or about a specific person or thing.


Examples
SIMPLE

This problem is to do with the broken printer.

CONTEXTUAL

I am not sure why he is angry, but I think it is to do with the meeting yesterday.

COMPLEX

The sudden change in company policy is likely to do with the recent financial audit conducted by the board of directors.

Last updated April 22, 2026