as in chambers
one of the parts into which an enclosed space is divided
a backpack with many handy compartments for storing your camping gear
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as in groups
to arrange or assign according to type
compartment the responses according to country of origin
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Recent Examples of compartments
Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 12 Sep. 2025
The team found a set of proteins called glycolytic enzymes that actually relocate nearby and inside mitochondria—compartments in cells where critical metabolic processes occur—when cells experience stress.
—Hannah Millington, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Sep. 2025
Wet a microfiber cloth in this solution and wipe down the shelves, door compartments, and doors.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 11 Sep. 2025
The Romilly, with its soft folded leather construction, three interior compartments, and 299-pound price tag, is one of many bags that Radley is ready to push.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 9 Sep. 2025
Pockets and additional compartments The main container isn’t the only compartment a meal prep bag has.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 9 Sep. 2025
The Khaite team spent over a year refining the proportions, compartments, and closure to get the weight and feel just right.
—Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 2 Sep. 2025
Milan Chiva Tote Bag This work-friendly tote bag has all the functional zip-up compartments a bag could need to hold a 13-inch laptop, tablet, or e-reader as well as the essentials like your phone, wallet, and keys.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Aug. 2025
The VitaFreshPro system calibrates temperature settings for different food zones, while dual compressors eliminate odor transfer between compartments.
—Bailey Berg, Architectural Digest, 29 Aug. 2025
Noun
This hanging toiletry bag has a spacious interior with multiple easy-to-clean compartments and an impressive near-five-star rating on Amazon.
—Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 12 Sep. 2025
The team found a set of proteins called glycolytic enzymes that actually relocate nearby and inside mitochondria—compartments in cells where critical metabolic processes occur—when cells experience stress.
—Hannah Millington, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Sep. 2025
Wet a microfiber cloth in this solution and wipe down the shelves, door compartments, and doors.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 11 Sep. 2025
The Romilly, with its soft folded leather construction, three interior compartments, and 299-pound price tag, is one of many bags that Radley is ready to push.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 9 Sep. 2025
Pockets and additional compartments The main container isn’t the only compartment a meal prep bag has.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 9 Sep. 2025
The Khaite team spent over a year refining the proportions, compartments, and closure to get the weight and feel just right.
—Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 2 Sep. 2025
Milan Chiva Tote Bag This work-friendly tote bag has all the functional zip-up compartments a bag could need to hold a 13-inch laptop, tablet, or e-reader as well as the essentials like your phone, wallet, and keys.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Aug. 2025
The VitaFreshPro system calibrates temperature settings for different food zones, while dual compressors eliminate odor transfer between compartments.
—Bailey Berg, Architectural Digest, 29 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for compartments
Noun
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The rescission fails if both chambers do not pass the rescission bill within that time frame.—
Kevin R. Kosar,
The Washington Examiner,
19 Sep. 2025
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Uncertainty ahead as lawmakers leave Washington Both chambers of Congress are out of session next week because of Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish new year.—
Kevin Freking,
Twin Cities,
19 Sep. 2025
Noun
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By my count, there were at least a dozen more cells in Miami alone.—
Martin Suarez,
Rolling Stone,
13 Sep. 2025
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For that to work, plant cells actually oxidize a carbon back off, releasing carbon dioxide, in order to create a two-carbon source for building lipids.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
12 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The Paper‘s performance so far has justified the vote of confidence — the series now ranks as the second-highest comedy premiere in Peacock history behind Ted, per NBCU.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
18 Sep. 2025
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Asked how the children perform academically, Arnold said the school ranks very high in standardized tests.—
Andres Oppenheimer
September 18,
Miami Herald,
18 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Specifically, there are five ADA-compliant cabins, all in the Terrace Suite category.—
Amanda Eyre Ward,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Sep. 2025
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Designed for just 20 guests across 12 opulent suites (including two dedicated solo cabins), the vessel offers an unprecedented blend of privacy, comfort and adventure.—
Rachel Ingram,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The Cook Political Report, which monitors elections nationwide, classifies the race as a pure toss-up.—
Andrew Stanton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Sep. 2025
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Forbes classifies Ellison–who bought nearly all of the Hawaiian island Lanai for $300 million in 2012–as a California resident based on his voter registration.—
Ella Malmgren,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
Noun
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From mid-November through March, manatees make their way from the gulf and ocean into warmer spring-fed rivers and bays.—
Nicholas DeRenzo,
AFAR Media,
16 Sep. 2025
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Behind that right side panel is the below assortment of cables, cable grommets, drive trays, and mounting bays.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
14 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Yeti Crossroads Packing Cube These Yeti packing cubes come in three sizes.—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Sep. 2025
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Top with water and freeze, then transfer the cubes to a resealable plastic bag.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
14 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The lack of division between the stage and audience also distinguishes MindTravel from your typical concert.—
Anna Haines,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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The students are delightfully distinct, as is Collette, who once again distinguishes a new intimidating matriarch from all her others.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
9 Sep. 2025
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“Compartments.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/compartments. Accessed 20 Sep. 2025.
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