BUILDING BLOCKS Synonyms: 46 Similar and Opposite Words

building blocks

noun

plural of building block

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one of the parts that make up a whole historically the infantry division has been a basic building block of armies

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Recent Examples of building blocks Scientists have found interesting chemistry in our galaxy, including building blocks for genetic material and parts of the cell. — CBS News, 13 July 2026 Each 21-centimeter-square robot is equipped with its own thrusters, sensors, and magnetic latches, allowing the fleet to connect like building blocks on the water. — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 10 July 2026 The strategies available are not competing answers so much as building blocks that can be sequenced thoughtfully. — Joshua Harmon, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026 The body uses omega-3s as building blocks and chemical messengers that help reduce inflammation, among other benefits. — Matt Fuchs, Time, 26 June 2026 The goal is not finished meals but building blocks that move easily between lunches and dinners. — Kansas City Star, 27 May 2026 Achane and center Aaron Brewer as building blocks for the new regime. — Miami Herald, 19 May 2026 In the video, Bill Riley, a vice president of Starship engineering, cast endeavors like SpaceX's smaller Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy rockets, as well as its Dragon spacecraft that travels in orbit, as building blocks to the grander unveiling of Starship. — Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 1 May 2026 Players like Buium, Tom Willander and Liam Öhgren may be building blocks, perhaps, but the reality is that this process is beginning without any surefire cornerstone pieces in place. — Thomas Drance, New York Times, 15 Apr. 2026

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In the mid-1960s, the festival expanded from an intimate get-together among church members to a cultural exchange for the greater Sacramento community.

— Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 1 Aug. 2026
The advice comes as pet parents become increasingly anxious about leaving their furry family members behind.

— Brittany Anas, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026

Definition of members

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Moreover, with new and different form factors emerging, consumers have even more choices, ranging from rings and bracelets to glasses and watches.

— Forbes.com, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026
And, crucially, removing fuel is the only element of the natural factors affecting the spread of a wildfire that humans can control.

— Billy Stockwell, CNN Money, 28 July 2026

Definition of factors

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Treatments blend rare organic products and ingredients, a mix of innovative and traditional techniques, and a holistic, 360-degree approach to well-being—and can all be adapted to personal preferences.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 July 2026
Spicules are tiny needle-like structures derived from silica-rich marine sponges, corals or plants, or made synthetically, that create microscopic channels in the skin to help deliver active ingredients more deeply.

— Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 27 July 2026

Definition of ingredients

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To achieve this without frying the internal components, Hongqi worked on the fundamental battery chemistry.

— Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 29 July 2026
But broken down into single components, the favorite cake layer was yellow, with chocolate at its heels.

— Carolynn Carreño, Los Angeles Times, 29 July 2026

Definition of components

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The introduction of liquid glass has led to larger, more graphical elements that have taken over in terms of clarity and ease of use.

— Ewan Spence, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
While Tehran's civilian government is seeking economic relief and sanctions easing, elements within the security establishment may view continued pressure in the strait as an important source of leverage.

— Emma Graham, CNBC, 1 Aug. 2026

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