as in members
one of the parts that make up a whole
the soil contained all of the necessary constituents for growing crops
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Recent Examples of constituents
Representatives for East San Jose noted the importance of preserving healthcare for their constituents.
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Devan Patel, Mercury News, 23 Oct. 2025
Nielsen's east side constituents oppose that because there are already about two dozen gas stations within a two-mile radius of the site, according to city staff.
—Jordan Smith, IndyStar, 23 Oct. 2025
Trump’s recent suggestion that the US start importing the country’s beef, which farm-state lawmakers fear could wallop cattle-rancher constituents.
—Eleanor Mueller, semafor.com, 22 Oct. 2025
South Lake Tahoe City Manager Joe Irvin acknowledged the city must rebuild trust with its constituents but maintained confidence in its about 230 employees to provide vital services for residents.
—Ishani Desai, Sacbee.com, 22 Oct. 2025
Marsden’s campaign emphasizes government transparency with new economic developments moving into town and supports developing housing options for constituents.
—Taylor O'Connor, Kansas City Star, 22 Oct. 2025
Many of my tax-paying constituents are fearful of what might happen at their next immigration check-in, and many small businesses are going out of business because their customers are no longer shopping, fearing federal immigration raids.
—Kaitlyn Schallhorn, Oc Register, 21 Oct. 2025
These two puzzles are both relevant to the fundamental properties and constituents of the Universe, but as far as the resolution goes, that will have to await our scientific future.
—Big Think, 17 Oct. 2025
The letter said the VA has not responded to communications from members of Congress, including inquiries from veteran constituents.
—Melina Khan, USA Today, 14 Oct. 2025
Devan Patel, Mercury News, 23 Oct. 2025
Nielsen's east side constituents oppose that because there are already about two dozen gas stations within a two-mile radius of the site, according to city staff.
—Jordan Smith, IndyStar, 23 Oct. 2025
Trump’s recent suggestion that the US start importing the country’s beef, which farm-state lawmakers fear could wallop cattle-rancher constituents.
—Eleanor Mueller, semafor.com, 22 Oct. 2025
South Lake Tahoe City Manager Joe Irvin acknowledged the city must rebuild trust with its constituents but maintained confidence in its about 230 employees to provide vital services for residents.
—Ishani Desai, Sacbee.com, 22 Oct. 2025
Marsden’s campaign emphasizes government transparency with new economic developments moving into town and supports developing housing options for constituents.
—Taylor O'Connor, Kansas City Star, 22 Oct. 2025
Many of my tax-paying constituents are fearful of what might happen at their next immigration check-in, and many small businesses are going out of business because their customers are no longer shopping, fearing federal immigration raids.
—Kaitlyn Schallhorn, Oc Register, 21 Oct. 2025
These two puzzles are both relevant to the fundamental properties and constituents of the Universe, but as far as the resolution goes, that will have to await our scientific future.
—Big Think, 17 Oct. 2025
The letter said the VA has not responded to communications from members of Congress, including inquiries from veteran constituents.
—Melina Khan, USA Today, 14 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for constituents
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There’s not a question that's a negative experience for a child, and at the same time, all members of the family deserve opportunities for healing.—
Ashley Luthern,
jsonline.com,
27 Oct. 2025
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Saturday was never an auspicious day for a funeral, and if it was held on Sunday, nine members of the family would die.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Oct. 2025
Noun
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All those factors ultimately proved enough.—
The Athletic UK Staff,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
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Experts say factors that impact fall foliage include steady rainfall during spring and summer, and cool nights in the early fall.—
Saleen Martin,
USA Today,
24 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Rockets and satellites were historically mostly built in massive, sterile places where engineers in Tyvek suits moved cautiously around intricate components.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Oct. 2025
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The important components to remember with this offer is that your initial $5 bet must be on a market that has odds of -500 or longer.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Pause exfoliants and retinol If your skin is not accustomed to cold or dry conditions, don’t use exfoliants or retinoids during your trip, since these ingredients can cause irritation and dryness.—
Leslie Baumann,
Miami Herald,
23 Oct. 2025
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As a result, some supplement products may not contain the ingredients listed on the label or in the quantities mentioned.—
Sarah Anzlovar,
Verywell Health,
23 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The tactile elements—dice, pieces, boards—make the experience richer and more social.—
Alesandra Dubin,
Southern Living,
21 Oct. 2025
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The jacket’s angular collar, ribbed hem and cuffs, as well as crisp black lines running down the arms are other elements to get excited over.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
21 Oct. 2025
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“Constituents.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/constituents. Accessed 28 Oct. 2025.
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