what with something
what with
Due to; because of; taking (something) into consideration. I'm sorry, but I can't help you move this weekend, what with my bad back and all. What with the IRS audit and pressure from investors, I don't think we're in a position to be moving around funds like that right now.
See also: what
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
what with something
(informal) because of something or a series of things: What with the weather and my bad leg, I haven’t been out for weeks. I haven’t had time to sit down, what with one thing and another.See also: something, what
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
- what with
- it's too late for sorry
- save (one's) own bacon
- save (one's) own neck
- stick it to the man
- small time
- small-time
- in a sorry state