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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
But Himes faced resistance from within the party both in Washington and back at home from some constituents who argued additional reforms are necessary.
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Lisa Hagen, Hartford Courant, 12 June 2026
Now, Sherrill faces her first budget cycle as governor while reassuring constituents that the tournament won’t be a drain on taxpayers.
—Tom Huddleston Jr.
juhohn Lee, CNBC, 12 June 2026
Furthermore, the famous diversity of the city’s broad Latino coalition suggests that the fruits of such influence might not be shared evenly among its constituents.
—Michael Peregrine, Chicago Tribune, 12 June 2026
Politicians in those counties who embrace and approve cat overpopulation control need to fight for their constituents and push for a statewide TNVR Law.
—Letters To The Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 June 2026
The committee’s antitrust investigation into the NFL commenced in August 2025 in response to constituents’ concerns about the high costs, according to a source familiar with the situation.
—David Zimmermann, The Washington Examiner, 10 June 2026
Candidates entering the race say they are focused on building on Wilson's legacy while addressing the future needs of constituents.
—Abby Dodge, CBS News, 10 June 2026
Risch, 83, is running for fourth six-year term in the Senate, and promoted the SILVER Act as a way to level the investment playing field for his constituents.
—Kevin Fixler
june 4, Idaho Statesman, 4 June 2026
And yet, the calls for Buck and others to change their minds weren’t just coming from his constituents.
—Hanna Rosin, The Atlantic, 4 June 2026
Lisa Hagen, Hartford Courant, 12 June 2026
Now, Sherrill faces her first budget cycle as governor while reassuring constituents that the tournament won’t be a drain on taxpayers.
—Tom Huddleston Jr.
juhohn Lee, CNBC, 12 June 2026
Furthermore, the famous diversity of the city’s broad Latino coalition suggests that the fruits of such influence might not be shared evenly among its constituents.
—Michael Peregrine, Chicago Tribune, 12 June 2026
Politicians in those counties who embrace and approve cat overpopulation control need to fight for their constituents and push for a statewide TNVR Law.
—Letters To The Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 June 2026
The committee’s antitrust investigation into the NFL commenced in August 2025 in response to constituents’ concerns about the high costs, according to a source familiar with the situation.
—David Zimmermann, The Washington Examiner, 10 June 2026
Candidates entering the race say they are focused on building on Wilson's legacy while addressing the future needs of constituents.
—Abby Dodge, CBS News, 10 June 2026
Risch, 83, is running for fourth six-year term in the Senate, and promoted the SILVER Act as a way to level the investment playing field for his constituents.
—Kevin Fixler
june 4, Idaho Statesman, 4 June 2026
And yet, the calls for Buck and others to change their minds weren’t just coming from his constituents.
—Hanna Rosin, The Atlantic, 4 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for constituents
Noun
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Roupp was then asked for his response to members of the LGBTQ+ community who might take offense at his messaging.—
Justice delos Santos,
Mercury News,
13 June 2026
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Trujillo said gang members in Honduras were also trying to recruit his wife's son.—
Camilo Montoya-Galvez,
CBS News,
13 June 2026
Noun
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In their new book from University of California Press, professors Banks and Fortmueller dive into how the rise of streaming services — alongside COVID-19, the #MeToo movement and other factors — have forever changed the way Hollywood works.—
Michael Schaub,
Oc Register,
11 June 2026
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These factors mean that engines have become one of the most expensive elements of building new airplanes.—
Justin Klawans,
TheWeek,
11 June 2026
Noun
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Dishes use local produce but combine them with Asian ingredients for a light meal that’s bursting with flavors.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 June 2026
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Recommendations included requiring sunscreen manufacturers to clearly label their products with active ingredients on the front, as well as clearer formats for SPF, broad-spectrum and water-resistant statements.—
Sandee LaMotte,
CNN Money,
9 June 2026
Noun
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With the integration of Cylib’s proprietary recycling technology directly into Vianode’s advanced anode production process, the two companies plan to turn spent battery waste into high-performance vehicle components.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
9 June 2026
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Sharma noted that the costs of certain console components will continue to increase.—
Sebastian Herrera,
Fortune,
9 June 2026
Noun
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The event also featured traditional performance elements, including a vibrant dancer, as city officials and community members marked the beginning of the project.—
Maddie White,
CBS News,
10 June 2026
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Inside, Scandinavian design elements steal the show.—
Elly Leavitt,
Vogue,
9 June 2026
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“Constituents.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/constituents. Accessed 16 Jun. 2026.
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