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as in delegate
a person who acts or does business for another
at the auction the high bidder for the painting was actually a factor for a wealthy art collector
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as in component
one of the parts that make up a whole
price was only one factor in my decision to buy the car
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Recent Examples of factor
The referee on the field, Raphael Claus, has previously been investigated for match fixing in Brazil, though of course, there's no indication that this was a motivating factor in this case.
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Ian Miller Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
3 July 2026
In the world of sports, Kelce faces economic factors related to his career longevity, endorsement opportunities, injury risk and variable income tied to his NFL performance.
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Liza Esquibias,
USA Today,
3 July 2026
Both of these factors lead to tense – but also quite funny –moments.
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Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
3 July 2026
Apple iPad Mini Deal The Apple iPad Mini (A17 Pro) forces desktop-class processing power into an ultraportable form factor by combining the advanced A17 Pro processor with local Apple Intelligence generation tools.
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Juhi Wadia,
PC Magazine,
3 July 2026
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Ian Miller Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
3 July 2026
In the world of sports, Kelce faces economic factors related to his career longevity, endorsement opportunities, injury risk and variable income tied to his NFL performance.
—
Liza Esquibias,
USA Today,
3 July 2026
Both of these factors lead to tense – but also quite funny –moments.
—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
3 July 2026
Apple iPad Mini Deal The Apple iPad Mini (A17 Pro) forces desktop-class processing power into an ultraportable form factor by combining the advanced A17 Pro processor with local Apple Intelligence generation tools.
—
Juhi Wadia,
PC Magazine,
3 July 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for factor
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The celebration comes 250 years after delegates in Philadelphia approved the Declaration, setting in motion what would become the world's oldest continuing experiment in self-government.
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That hot summer in Philadelphia, the 56 delegates of the Continental Congress who signed the historic document spent a lot of time in nearby taverns, drinking beer and discussing and debating the merits of trying to become an independent nation.
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Marco Wang, an analyst focusing on Chinese robotics for technology research firm Interact Analysis, said the technical readiness of dexterous robotics hands, for example, are among the lowest in hardware components.
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One of the most important components is the avionics system that allows the pilot to access the aircraft’s various navigation and communications systems.
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But the fear of being snatched by ICE agents remains, Neel said.
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In all 11 host cities, federal agents are leading operations to keep drones away from match-day crowds.
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Once the new designs are approved (sometime this year, if all goes well), the DoB plans to publish the specs so that any contractor can download the design, buy off-the-shelf elements, tailor the structure to the site, and get a scheme approved in a matter of hours.
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Makeup artist Jennifer Powell provided Minetree’s look with serene elements for a youthful glow.
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Swift's representative confirmed that the actor-comedian officiated the July 3 ceremony at Madison Square Garden.
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Some states chose not to send representatives; several of them cited disagreements with the partisan mission.
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The lightweight formula pairs hydrating ingredients like hyaluronic acid and glycerin with soothing birch sap, panthenol, and purslane extract to keep skin comfortable and calm throughout the day.
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Shuggie's in San Francisco, known for creating delectable dishes using upcycled ingredients, will be closing next month.
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Gonzalez refused to speak to deputies during his arrest or his interrogation, authorities said.
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Likewise, the board has approved several permanent replacements selected by Chait for top administrators who are leaving the district, including the departing deputy superintendent of instruction, Karla Estrada.
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The historic celebration, watched by hundreds of millions, had Hollywood appeal, welcoming Serena Williams, Idris Elba, David and Victoria Beckham and George Clooney, in addition to the royal family members in attendance.
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She will be temporarily replaced by Casey Meyer, a member of the government’s legal team.
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“Factor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/factor. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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