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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
Skydio’s investment will pour $1 billion into boosting domestic production of vital parts and components used to build drones.
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Itzel Luna, Los Angeles Times, 28 Apr. 2026
Those high-power memory components have become harder to obtain as the proliferation of artificial intelligence drives up demand for the hardware.
—Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 28 Apr. 2026
The reporting and visual components offer a clear warning — for Atlanta and beyond — of the need for thoughtful planning for these centers as AI and cloud storage needs grow.
—Hugo Rojo, AJC.com, 28 Apr. 2026
As China continues to manufacture components embedded in everyday technology, the risk of back doors and vulnerabilities grows.
—Joe Gebbia Sr, Chicago Tribune, 28 Apr. 2026
This summer, if there is to be the type of franchise-altering trade Riley believes possible, Ware almost assuredly would be among the trade components.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 28 Apr. 2026
Smoking and alcohol take a measurable toll on collagen and elasticity, two of the structural components that keep skin firm and smooth.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 27 Apr. 2026
With 320 components, the CHF is among the most complex pieces Rexhepi has made.
—Victoria Gomelsky, Robb Report, 27 Apr. 2026
Eugenol, a plant compound, is one of the major components in cloves.
—Mark Gurarie, Health, 27 Apr. 2026
Itzel Luna, Los Angeles Times, 28 Apr. 2026
Those high-power memory components have become harder to obtain as the proliferation of artificial intelligence drives up demand for the hardware.
—Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 28 Apr. 2026
The reporting and visual components offer a clear warning — for Atlanta and beyond — of the need for thoughtful planning for these centers as AI and cloud storage needs grow.
—Hugo Rojo, AJC.com, 28 Apr. 2026
As China continues to manufacture components embedded in everyday technology, the risk of back doors and vulnerabilities grows.
—Joe Gebbia Sr, Chicago Tribune, 28 Apr. 2026
This summer, if there is to be the type of franchise-altering trade Riley believes possible, Ware almost assuredly would be among the trade components.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 28 Apr. 2026
Smoking and alcohol take a measurable toll on collagen and elasticity, two of the structural components that keep skin firm and smooth.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 27 Apr. 2026
With 320 components, the CHF is among the most complex pieces Rexhepi has made.
—Victoria Gomelsky, Robb Report, 27 Apr. 2026
Eugenol, a plant compound, is one of the major components in cloves.
—Mark Gurarie, Health, 27 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for components
Noun
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The volatility can be partly attributed to several factors, including weather, labor strikes, lower-than-typical post-holiday layoffs, and recalibrations to how the Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates payroll changes at new and closed businesses (referred to as the birth-death model).—
Alicia Wallace,
CNN Money,
7 May 2026
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But after a few decades, economic and geopolitical factors led the companies to close the factories, sinking local economies and in some cases leaving behind toxic contamination.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
7 May 2026
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Many questions from the fair rent commission members on Saturday focused on Sun Communities’ profits compared to the cost of the rent increase to residents.—
Ginny Monk,
Hartford Courant,
9 May 2026
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Because three of the council’s nine members were absent, the council was essentially deadlocked 3-3 on the bus stops.—
David Garrick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 May 2026
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Reduce mixer speed to low and with motor running, add dry ingredients and banana mixture in 2 batches each, alternating between batches and mixing 30 seconds after each addition before adding the next.—
Shilpa Uskokovic,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
28 Apr. 2026
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Most of the staff are politely, if coolly, efficient, but there were a couple of more gregarious waitstaff at the restaurant who were happily chatting with diners, explaining the provenance of various ingredients.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Apr. 2026
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Instead, incorporate key elements of the architectural style into your outdoor design by mirroring its features in the colors, textures, and flourishes of hardscaping and furniture.—
Kelly Dawson,
Architectural Digest,
28 Apr. 2026
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Other nods to motorsport include carbon fiber elements, red accents, and a custom windshield frame in Ferrari’s famous Giallo Modena yellow.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
28 Apr. 2026
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“Components.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/components. Accessed 11 May. 2026.
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