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
Some of Miranda’s constituents are still fighting the city’s stadium plan, including its cost to taxpayers, which grew again in February to $135 million.
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Gayla Cawley, Boston Herald, 5 Apr. 2026
For the half century since county voters created the district, each ACHD board member has been elected to represent the subdistrict where the member lives — by constituents in that district — through a nonpartisan election.
—Mark Dee
april 4, Idaho Statesman, 4 Apr. 2026
Cherfilus-McCormick cannot effectively represent her constituents while facing charges that could bring more than 50 years in prison.
—Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 Apr. 2026
Van Auken’s role is, in a sense, a testing ground for what the new mayor can make socialism mean to his constituents.
—Molly Fischer, New Yorker, 2 Apr. 2026
Some constituents argue the Republican from Tarkio has not been receptive to their concerns throughout his 13 terms in Congress.
—Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 1 Apr. 2026
Although vacation snapshots have stirred outrage, recess is also an opportunity for lawmakers to reconnect with constituents back home.
—Joey Cappelletti, Los Angeles Times, 1 Apr. 2026
The dramatic shrinkage of that sector, which NBCUniversal recently exited completely, left NATPE with a less-lucrative mix of constituents, mainly streaming vendors, production companies and Hispanic media specialists based in Miami.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 31 Mar. 2026
The first — and arguably most important — is a community-benefits agreement with various constituents around the La Alma Lincoln Park neighborhood.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 30 Mar. 2026
Gayla Cawley, Boston Herald, 5 Apr. 2026
For the half century since county voters created the district, each ACHD board member has been elected to represent the subdistrict where the member lives — by constituents in that district — through a nonpartisan election.
—Mark Dee
april 4, Idaho Statesman, 4 Apr. 2026
Cherfilus-McCormick cannot effectively represent her constituents while facing charges that could bring more than 50 years in prison.
—Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 Apr. 2026
Van Auken’s role is, in a sense, a testing ground for what the new mayor can make socialism mean to his constituents.
—Molly Fischer, New Yorker, 2 Apr. 2026
Some constituents argue the Republican from Tarkio has not been receptive to their concerns throughout his 13 terms in Congress.
—Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 1 Apr. 2026
Although vacation snapshots have stirred outrage, recess is also an opportunity for lawmakers to reconnect with constituents back home.
—Joey Cappelletti, Los Angeles Times, 1 Apr. 2026
The dramatic shrinkage of that sector, which NBCUniversal recently exited completely, left NATPE with a less-lucrative mix of constituents, mainly streaming vendors, production companies and Hispanic media specialists based in Miami.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 31 Mar. 2026
The first — and arguably most important — is a community-benefits agreement with various constituents around the La Alma Lincoln Park neighborhood.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 30 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for constituents
Noun
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The signs replace a display of 32 fabric flags that previously flew along the overpass fence, originally placed by community members after the crash, according to an ITD news release.—
Rose Evans
April 4,
Idaho Statesman,
4 Apr. 2026
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In the United States, Catholics remain one of the most diverse Christian groups, with increasing numbers of Latino, Asian and immigrant members shaping parish life, according to the Pew Research Center.—
Loureen Ayyoub,
CBS News,
4 Apr. 2026
Noun
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When shopping for yourself or your family, keep these factors in mind to avoid compromising food quality.—
Olivia McIntosh,
Martha Stewart,
9 Apr. 2026
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Several factors contributed to largesse for Zaslav, who has been running the debt-laden company for four years.—
Meg James,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Options lean fruit-forward, herbal and slightly savory, with ingredients like citrus, fresh herbs and briny elements showing up across the list.—
Evan Moore
April 8,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Apr. 2026
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Stir together the first four ingredients in a large bowl; stir in cheeses.—
Henri Hollis,
AJC.com,
7 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Specialized teams were conducting evaluations of concrete and metal components.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
7 Apr. 2026
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In other instances, China directly supplies Iran with Western or Chinese technology components that are found in Iranian drones used against US military installations and economic interests in the Gulf, as well as on Russia’s battlefield in Ukraine.—
Benjamin Weinthal,
FOXNews.com,
7 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Options lean fruit-forward, herbal and slightly savory, with ingredients like citrus, fresh herbs and briny elements showing up across the list.—
Evan Moore
April 8,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Apr. 2026
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Competing Colors One painting mistake that will diminish the appearance of even the nicest new kitchen is not thoughtfully considering how your cabinet or wall color will coordinate with other elements in the room.—
Sarah Lyon,
The Spruce,
7 Apr. 2026
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“Constituents.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/constituents. Accessed 11 Apr. 2026.
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