as in component
one of the parts that make up a whole
one of the ingredients in the salad dressing is sugar
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Recent Examples of ingredient
This fresh five-ingredient summer pasta toss has a dose of lemony zing accented with sweet basil and hearty cannellini beans.
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Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 July 2026
Choose your favorite flavor and stir up this easy, five-ingredient recipe.
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Mary Shannon Wells,
Southern Living,
5 July 2026
But Al-Juburi doesn’t see the result as a melting pot, which burns away the unique flavors and characteristics of each ingredient.
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Kevin Baxter,
Los Angeles Times,
4 July 2026
An oppressive heat dome is bringing extremely hot temperatures to much of the United States on July Fourth – adding an ingredient of danger to traditional outdoor Independence Day festivities and America 250 celebrations.
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Mike Snider,
USA Today,
4 July 2026
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Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 July 2026
Choose your favorite flavor and stir up this easy, five-ingredient recipe.
—
Mary Shannon Wells,
Southern Living,
5 July 2026
But Al-Juburi doesn’t see the result as a melting pot, which burns away the unique flavors and characteristics of each ingredient.
—
Kevin Baxter,
Los Angeles Times,
4 July 2026
An oppressive heat dome is bringing extremely hot temperatures to much of the United States on July Fourth – adding an ingredient of danger to traditional outdoor Independence Day festivities and America 250 celebrations.
—
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
4 July 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ingredient
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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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State leaders pointed to existing defense assets, manufacturing capacity, and workforce as key factors in attracting the company.
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For instance, France is favored more by markets, reflecting factors beyond pure team strength, while Argentina and Morocco show higher probabilities in the FIFA model.
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The space is a balance between tropical escape and late-night lounge, with moody lighting, sexy design elements and music that keeps the energy elevated throughout the evening.
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The Samba sneakers add a sporty element, while proving to be comfortable and easy to walk around in around New York City.
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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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“Ingredient.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ingredient. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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