as in parts
one of the pieces from which something is designed to be assembled
I think I lost one segment of this model kit
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Recent Examples of segments
Jolene Almendarez, Cincinnati Enquirer, 16 Sep. 2025
The implications extend beyond cost savings to entirely new product categories and customer segments.
—Christer Holloman, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
The plant should be about 6 inches tall and leaves should have at least three segments.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 14 Sep. 2025
All the segments understand the assignment, aiming primarily to elicit hoots and hollers.
—James Grebey, Time, 12 Sep. 2025
My dad would always play documentaries about prison life and stuff that would come on Discovery ID or, every now and then, even national news segments.
—Kansas City Star, 10 Sep. 2025
How segments of Christianity overlap with the manosphere The manosphere — a movement encompassing hypermasculinity, male supremacy, misogyny and traditional gender roles and driven by podcasters, bloggers and social media warriors — has become increasingly mainstream.
—Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 9 Sep. 2025
Verb
He was featured in news segments throughout the country and became a mini-celebrity.
—Jolene Almendarez, Cincinnati Enquirer, 16 Sep. 2025
The implications extend beyond cost savings to entirely new product categories and customer segments.
—Christer Holloman, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
The plant should be about 6 inches tall and leaves should have at least three segments.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 14 Sep. 2025
All the segments understand the assignment, aiming primarily to elicit hoots and hollers.
—James Grebey, Time, 12 Sep. 2025
My dad would always play documentaries about prison life and stuff that would come on Discovery ID or, every now and then, even national news segments.
—Kansas City Star, 10 Sep. 2025
How segments of Christianity overlap with the manosphere The manosphere — a movement encompassing hypermasculinity, male supremacy, misogyny and traditional gender roles and driven by podcasters, bloggers and social media warriors — has become increasingly mainstream.
—Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 9 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for segments
Noun
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Of course, Sullivan recognizes the holes that could leave in other parts of the lineup and is reserving the right to change his mind.—
Vincent Z. Mercogliano,
New York Times,
18 Sep. 2025
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Since then, rent prices have leveled off and even declined in some parts of the country, especially those that have built the most new apartments and homes.—
Giulia Carbonaro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Sep. 2025
Noun
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In early spring of 2025, the prairies were once again dry, but timely rainfall in mid May recharged wetlands in portions of North Dakota, southeastern Saskatchewan and southwestern Manitoba.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
16 Sep. 2025
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On the East Coast, northern portions of Upstate New York, Vermont, New Hampshire and Maine could all also see the aurora.—
Zachary Folk,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
Noun
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These represent the various sections of the pyramid, always starting from the top.—
Vipin Bharathan,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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The Louvre remained open, but closed some sections to visitors.—
News Desk,
Artforum,
12 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Like his Washington, Bargatze’s Farnsworth regaled a trio of underlings (SNL cast members Bowen Yang, Mikey Day, and James Austin Johnson) with ridiculous yet accurate predictions for the future, in this case of TV.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
15 Sep. 2025
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However, the simulation wasn’t looking at whether the board members are excited for upcoming events.—
John Werner,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Ben Rice typically splits time between first base, catcher, and designated hitter.—
Zach Pressnell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Sep. 2025
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The British chef, restauranteur, and television personality—along with his wife, Tana, and their six children—splits his time between three properties.—
Katie Schultz,
Architectural Digest,
17 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The jet stream divides the country in two, bringing wetter weather to the Pacific Northwest and Ohio Valley.—
Alix Martichoux,
The Hill,
12 Sep. 2025
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The 45-year-old Shears now divides his time between London and New Orleans, is a founding member of the pop and glam rock band Scissor Sisters.—
Adam Bell,
Charlotte Observer,
11 Sep. 2025
Verb
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In Sacrifice, Gavras dissects myth-making in its many forms.—
Mia Galuppo,
HollywoodReporter,
2 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Witnesses said Israeli troops opened fire on crowds in the Netzarim Corridor, an Israeli military zone that bisects Gaza.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
1 Sep. 2025
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Witnesses said Israeli troops opened fire on crowds in the Netzarim Corridor, an Israeli military zone that bisects Gaza.—
Wafaa Shurafa,
Chicago Tribune,
31 Aug. 2025
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“Segments.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/segments. Accessed 19 Sep. 2025.
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