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as in delegates
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 components
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 factors
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.
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Richard Ramos, CBS News, 3 Apr. 2026
If an item is resistant to certain factors, it will be listed in the product description.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 2 Apr. 2026
Gas prices vary between states due to factors like local taxes, distance from supply, and environmental programs.
—Keith Laing, USA Today, 2 Apr. 2026
As live performances became a more important source of revenue for artists and promoters, these factors contributed to a sustained rise in ticket costs, widening the gap between general consumer prices and the cost of attending major concerts.
—Bydoug Ashburn, Encyclopedia Britannica, 2 Apr. 2026
State law allows the Siting Council to consider a variety of factors in its decisions, including a project’s impact on agriculture, forests and scenic areas, as well as its potential impact on air and water quality.
—John Moritz, Hartford Courant, 2 Apr. 2026
There are other factors that could preclude a spike in EV sales.
—Justin Klawans, TheWeek, 2 Apr. 2026
It’s impacted by several factors.
—Briah Lumpkins, Charlotte Observer, 27 Mar. 2026
Some scientists are now asking whether these factors might have biological consequences.
—Lynne Peeples, Scientific American, 26 Mar. 2026
Richard Ramos, CBS News, 3 Apr. 2026
If an item is resistant to certain factors, it will be listed in the product description.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 2 Apr. 2026
Gas prices vary between states due to factors like local taxes, distance from supply, and environmental programs.
—Keith Laing, USA Today, 2 Apr. 2026
As live performances became a more important source of revenue for artists and promoters, these factors contributed to a sustained rise in ticket costs, widening the gap between general consumer prices and the cost of attending major concerts.
—Bydoug Ashburn, Encyclopedia Britannica, 2 Apr. 2026
State law allows the Siting Council to consider a variety of factors in its decisions, including a project’s impact on agriculture, forests and scenic areas, as well as its potential impact on air and water quality.
—John Moritz, Hartford Courant, 2 Apr. 2026
There are other factors that could preclude a spike in EV sales.
—Justin Klawans, TheWeek, 2 Apr. 2026
It’s impacted by several factors.
—Briah Lumpkins, Charlotte Observer, 27 Mar. 2026
Some scientists are now asking whether these factors might have biological consequences.
—Lynne Peeples, Scientific American, 26 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for factors
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Regarding the Keller school district split, Sutton said those who voted against Wilcox, Barbara Brewer, James Trimm and Jennifer and Bernard Guerrero as delegates mentioned social media posts in support of Democrats.—
Elizabeth Campbell,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
1 Apr. 2026
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Ramaphosa said the effort will run through 2030 with delegates at the South African Investment Conference pledging $53 billion across 31 projects spanning energy, logistics, manufacturing, and digital infrastructure.—
Tiisetso Motsoeneng,
semafor.com,
1 Apr. 2026
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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
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Stricter rules were imposed on documentation required for sponsors, border agents started pressuring unaccompanied children to self-deport before transferring them to shelters and Immigration and Customs Enforcement started arresting some sponsors in the middle of the release process.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
5 Apr. 2026
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Following the deadly shooting of two Americans by immigration agents in Minneapolis earlier this year, congressional Democrats have opposed funding ICE and CBP without policy changes, but the two parties have been unable to reach an agreement on reforms.—
Joe Walsh,
CBS News,
4 Apr. 2026
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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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Since contract talks began in November 2024, Wells Fargo said, its has spent more than 140 days at the negotiating table with union representatives at various branches.—
Chase Jordan
April 2,
Charlotte Observer,
2 Apr. 2026
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Hancock, instead, said Kansas Citians could ultimately benefit from having three representatives advocating for their interests in Congress.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
1 Apr. 2026
Noun
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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
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Several dozen Iranian leaders and their deputies have been killed since the war began.—
Cora Engelbrecht,
New Yorker,
3 Apr. 2026
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The footage showed the moment two pills were found in the pocket of Woods' pants, which deputies also described in their affidavit.—
Emily Mae Czachor,
CBS News,
3 Apr. 2026
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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
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“Factors.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/factors. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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