as in members
one of the parts that make up a whole
the soil contained all of the necessary constituents for growing crops
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Recent Examples of constituents
Some of Miranda’s constituents are still fighting the city’s stadium plan, including its cost to taxpayers, which grew again in February to $135 million.
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Gayla Cawley, Boston Herald, 5 Apr. 2026
For the half century since county voters created the district, each ACHD board member has been elected to represent the subdistrict where the member lives — by constituents in that district — through a nonpartisan election.
—Mark Dee
april 4, Idaho Statesman, 4 Apr. 2026
Cherfilus-McCormick cannot effectively represent her constituents while facing charges that could bring more than 50 years in prison.
—Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 Apr. 2026
Van Auken’s role is, in a sense, a testing ground for what the new mayor can make socialism mean to his constituents.
—Molly Fischer, New Yorker, 2 Apr. 2026
Some constituents argue the Republican from Tarkio has not been receptive to their concerns throughout his 13 terms in Congress.
—Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 1 Apr. 2026
Although vacation snapshots have stirred outrage, recess is also an opportunity for lawmakers to reconnect with constituents back home.
—Joey Cappelletti, Los Angeles Times, 1 Apr. 2026
The dramatic shrinkage of that sector, which NBCUniversal recently exited completely, left NATPE with a less-lucrative mix of constituents, mainly streaming vendors, production companies and Hispanic media specialists based in Miami.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 31 Mar. 2026
The first — and arguably most important — is a community-benefits agreement with various constituents around the La Alma Lincoln Park neighborhood.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 30 Mar. 2026
Gayla Cawley, Boston Herald, 5 Apr. 2026
For the half century since county voters created the district, each ACHD board member has been elected to represent the subdistrict where the member lives — by constituents in that district — through a nonpartisan election.
—Mark Dee
april 4, Idaho Statesman, 4 Apr. 2026
Cherfilus-McCormick cannot effectively represent her constituents while facing charges that could bring more than 50 years in prison.
—Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 Apr. 2026
Van Auken’s role is, in a sense, a testing ground for what the new mayor can make socialism mean to his constituents.
—Molly Fischer, New Yorker, 2 Apr. 2026
Some constituents argue the Republican from Tarkio has not been receptive to their concerns throughout his 13 terms in Congress.
—Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 1 Apr. 2026
Although vacation snapshots have stirred outrage, recess is also an opportunity for lawmakers to reconnect with constituents back home.
—Joey Cappelletti, Los Angeles Times, 1 Apr. 2026
The dramatic shrinkage of that sector, which NBCUniversal recently exited completely, left NATPE with a less-lucrative mix of constituents, mainly streaming vendors, production companies and Hispanic media specialists based in Miami.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 31 Mar. 2026
The first — and arguably most important — is a community-benefits agreement with various constituents around the La Alma Lincoln Park neighborhood.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 30 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for constituents
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The signs replace a display of 32 fabric flags that previously flew along the overpass fence, originally placed by community members after the crash, according to an ITD news release.—
Rose Evans
April 4,
Idaho Statesman,
4 Apr. 2026
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In the United States, Catholics remain one of the most diverse Christian groups, with increasing numbers of Latino, Asian and immigrant members shaping parish life, according to the Pew Research Center.—
Loureen Ayyoub,
CBS News,
4 Apr. 2026
Noun
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California's Natural Resources Secretary Wade Crowfoot said the state identified factors behind price spikes, but stopped short of blaming oil companies for price gouging.—
Richard Ramos,
CBS News,
3 Apr. 2026
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If an item is resistant to certain factors, it will be listed in the product description.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Apr. 2026
Noun
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To create a hotel that is a celebration of Italy was one of Corinthia’s main goals, and it’s reflected in the names of the hotel’s different spaces, the Italian wines in the minibar, and the Lazio producers who supply the restaurant with its ingredients.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Mar. 2026
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Dietitians note that protein powders are ultraprocessed, meaning whole food ingredients are significantly altered during manufacturing before sweeteners, emulsifiers and industrial ingredients are added.—
Allison Palmer,
Kansas City Star,
31 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Every bite carried a different texture and flavor, begging you to try different combinations of components.—
Heidi Finley,
Charlotte Observer,
31 Mar. 2026
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The brand’s proprietary Phyto-Lumen Complex and other nutrient-dense components aim to support healthy skin over time.—
Matt Emma,
USA Today,
31 Mar. 2026
Noun
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If the novel concerned only these elements—the clash of cultures in a small town, the thrill of the landscape beyond it—readers would still turn the last page with a fruitful, even nourishing, sense of disorientation.—
Stephanie Burt,
New Yorker,
1 Apr. 2026
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Prices of three niche elements — tungsten, sulfur and helium — have climbed sharply in recent weeks.—
Evelyn Cheng,
CNBC,
31 Mar. 2026
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“Constituents.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/constituents. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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