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one of the parts that make up a whole
each set is composed of several distinct components
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Recent Examples of components
The battery builds on Donut Lab’s earlier Donut Motor innovation, an in-wheel motor system first unveiled at CES 2025 that removes traditional drivetrain components.
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Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 6 Jan. 2026
The components in your computer are hugely important.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 6 Jan. 2026
The company analyzed prices of five key health care components — average cost of a doctor, dentist and optometrist visit, plus price of ibuprofen and insulin glargine — in 100 of the largest cities.
—Scott Lafee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Jan. 2026
Today’s entire schedule contains fewer than 160 antigens, thanks to advances in vaccine technology that allow precise targeting of only the components needed for protection.
—Jake Scott, The Conversation, 6 Jan. 2026
The new hardware, which also includes networking and connectivity components, will be part of its DGX SuperPod supercomputer while also being available as individual products for customers to use in a more modular way.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 6 Jan. 2026
Dirty oil contains acids, moisture, soot, and other contaminants that can etch and damage metal components, cause rust, and corrode the engine.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 5 Jan. 2026
Crafted with recycled materials, the collection is entirely vegan, furthering Rombaut’s dedication to using earth-friendly components.
—Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 10 Nov. 2025
Photographic evidence shows engine #1 and most of the pylon — the components that mount the engine to the wing of the aircraft — next to the runway, and the NTSB confirmed this during the third press conference.
—Michael Khouw, CNBC, 10 Nov. 2025
Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 6 Jan. 2026
The components in your computer are hugely important.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 6 Jan. 2026
The company analyzed prices of five key health care components — average cost of a doctor, dentist and optometrist visit, plus price of ibuprofen and insulin glargine — in 100 of the largest cities.
—Scott Lafee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Jan. 2026
Today’s entire schedule contains fewer than 160 antigens, thanks to advances in vaccine technology that allow precise targeting of only the components needed for protection.
—Jake Scott, The Conversation, 6 Jan. 2026
The new hardware, which also includes networking and connectivity components, will be part of its DGX SuperPod supercomputer while also being available as individual products for customers to use in a more modular way.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 6 Jan. 2026
Dirty oil contains acids, moisture, soot, and other contaminants that can etch and damage metal components, cause rust, and corrode the engine.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 5 Jan. 2026
Crafted with recycled materials, the collection is entirely vegan, furthering Rombaut’s dedication to using earth-friendly components.
—Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 10 Nov. 2025
Photographic evidence shows engine #1 and most of the pylon — the components that mount the engine to the wing of the aircraft — next to the runway, and the NTSB confirmed this during the third press conference.
—Michael Khouw, CNBC, 10 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for components
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Increasing awareness of factors that impact water quality and a desire for better-tasting water, often tied to personal health initiatives, have interior designers, plumbing pros, and kitchen experts alike noting a growing demand for better water.—
Kristina McGuirk,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Jan. 2026
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Those two factors, coupled with the offensive punch that Lleyton Weaver and BJ Knowlton provided, had the Hurricane within striking distance the entire game.—
Erick Taylor,
Arkansas Online,
10 Jan. 2026
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In fact, at least 50 members of the Association of University Presses currently publish books in translation every year.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 Nov. 2025
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The employees are all members of a union local known as University Professional Technical Employees-Communications Workers of America 9119.—
Cathie Anderson,
Sacbee.com,
9 Nov. 2025
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With its grease-cutting ingredients, dish soap will help cut through any greasy film or residue.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
The Spruce,
10 Jan. 2026
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Made with plush ingredients like fleece, flannel, or cotton, electric blankets are just like regular throws but with wires woven into the fabric that generate heat.—
Nicol Natale,
PEOPLE,
10 Jan. 2026
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Without certain elements, your home might feel anything less than cozy and inviting.—
Ashlyn Needham,
The Spruce,
8 Jan. 2026
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Inside the Speedster, drivers will find elements rarely seen in EVs, including a stick-style shifter.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Jan. 2026
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“Components.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/components. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.
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