as in principles
general or basic truths on which other truths or theories can be based
the elements of mathematics can be traced back to Euclid
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Recent Examples of elements
With the concept of ‘Fishermen’s Song at Eventide’, the room design creates a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere through elements such as fishing nets, village architecture and sunset light.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Feb. 2026
But there were also political elements to the choices.
—Sean Williams, Harpers Magazine, 24 Feb. 2026
In less capable hands, these pieces could plod aimlessly and fade away, but Lawson knows how to wring complexity from a minimal set of elements.
—Dash Lewis, Pitchfork, 24 Feb. 2026
Epaulettes featured at the shoulders to give the look even more dimension, while deep pockets and an extra set of buckles at the cuffs added further elements to the classic piece.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 24 Feb. 2026
Human nature is a paradox, with its mixture of vegetative, natural elements and its spiritual or ghostly components.
—Literary Hub, 24 Feb. 2026
All these elements evolved against a dispiriting backdrop.
—Joshua Rothman, New Yorker, 24 Feb. 2026
Some elements can misrepresent your aesthetic and make your home look outdated.
—Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 17 Feb. 2026
After all, for a show that always prided itself on staying one step ahead of both players and viewers, the new era seasons had featured many of the same elements over and over and over again.
—Dalton Ross, Entertainment Weekly, 17 Feb. 2026
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Feb. 2026
But there were also political elements to the choices.
—Sean Williams, Harpers Magazine, 24 Feb. 2026
In less capable hands, these pieces could plod aimlessly and fade away, but Lawson knows how to wring complexity from a minimal set of elements.
—Dash Lewis, Pitchfork, 24 Feb. 2026
Epaulettes featured at the shoulders to give the look even more dimension, while deep pockets and an extra set of buckles at the cuffs added further elements to the classic piece.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 24 Feb. 2026
Human nature is a paradox, with its mixture of vegetative, natural elements and its spiritual or ghostly components.
—Literary Hub, 24 Feb. 2026
All these elements evolved against a dispiriting backdrop.
—Joshua Rothman, New Yorker, 24 Feb. 2026
Some elements can misrepresent your aesthetic and make your home look outdated.
—Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 17 Feb. 2026
After all, for a show that always prided itself on staying one step ahead of both players and viewers, the new era seasons had featured many of the same elements over and over and over again.
—Dalton Ross, Entertainment Weekly, 17 Feb. 2026
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“Elements.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/elements. Accessed 28 Feb. 2026.
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