constituting

present participle of constitute
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Recent Examples of constituting In some world models, the element of time is integral, constituting a fourth dimension. Sharon Goldman, Fortune, 20 May 2026 However, despite constituting only about 2 percent of body mass, the human brain is proportionally heavier than that of most other mammals. Manjishtha Bhattacharyya, Encyclopedia Britannica, 1 May 2026 At its independence in 1960-1961, the two territories reunited and formed a federal state, with the French-speaking section constituting about 80% both in territory and population. ABC News, 16 Apr. 2026 Angola is a Christian-majority country, with Catholics constituting approximately 49% of the population. Mathew Schmalz, The Conversation, 9 Apr. 2026 Over 1 million civilians have been displaced by fighting in the south of the country, constituting around one-fifth of the country’s population. David Miliband, Time, 9 Apr. 2026 These final days of Lent, constituting the most solemn season of the ecclesiastical year, will commemorate the passion and death of Christ. From Staff Reports, Memphis Commercial Appeal, 2 Apr. 2026 As of today, more than 10,000 active Starlink satellites are in space, constituting about two thirds of all satellites that are currently in orbit. Jonathan O'Callaghan, Scientific American, 17 Mar. 2026 Moreover, by the end of February our statewide snowpack was only 66% of average for this date, constituting a significant decline from 85% at this time last year. Daniel Kolkey, Oc Register, 9 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for constituting
Verb
  • Gen Z, comprising 40% of the candidate pool, views AI with significant distrust, with 78% seeing it as a threat to early-career opportunities.
    Mark C. Perna, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026
  • The prize has a total value of 20,000 euros ($22,855), comprising 15,000 euros for a marketing campaign in Cineplexx cinemas to support the winning film’s theatrical distribution, and 5,000 euros in cash, presented to the film’s producer.
    Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 7 July 2026
Verb
  • The former second-round pick is suddenly one of the Lakers’ primary summer league players and hopes to use the experience as an important stepping stone, building up his game while also establishing a leadership voice.
    Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026
  • As a bonus, those seasons are ideal for planting a replacement shrub or re-establishing a lawn if it is damaged during the shrub removal.
    Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 5 July 2026
Verb
  • This is one of the first announcements WhatsApp has made after appointing a new CEO.
    Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 30 June 2026
  • State law tasked the City Council with appointing a replacement to finish out Lyles’ term ending in December 2027.
    Nick Sullivan, Charlotte Observer, 29 June 2026
Verb
  • City codes show the council has 60 days to consider enacting the proposal before it can be placed on the ballot.
    Dylan Lysen July 6, Kansas City Star, 6 July 2026
  • In doing so, ERISA blocks states from enacting comprehensive health insurance reforms, including those promoting health insurance equity.
    Miranda Yaver, The Conversation, 2 July 2026
Verb
  • Dundas established his own recording studio and began composing film scores; Aherne headed to the United States and released a solo project; and Greer became a teacher.
    Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 10 July 2026
  • Anthony Hopkins isn’t just an Oscar-winning actor — for decades, he’s been composing music in addition to his acting roles.
    Pat Saperstein, Variety, 10 July 2026
Verb
  • In many cases, reverse recruiting is about not only identifying existing openings but also creating opportunities by initiating conversations that otherwise would never take place.
    Gabe Dymond, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
  • The technical agreement allows AMPERA to integrate specialized external neutron sources directly into its proprietary reactor architecture, a critical requirement for initiating and controlling its unconventional fission process.
    Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 8 July 2026
Verb
  • He’s gravitated toward Democrats with a record of performing well statewide, and party leaders fear nominating someone too far outside the mainstream in Maine, one of the top Senate battlegrounds of the 2026 cycle.
    David Sivak, The Washington Examiner, 7 July 2026
  • While these victories may not matter in deep-blue districts, Liasson says some Democrats are worried that swing states and districts could be nominating candidates who are too far left to win.
    Brittney Melton, NPR, 6 July 2026
Verb
  • Everyone with even a passing interest in the event knew this.
    Culture Critic, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026
  • Likewise, communications with others will be like two ships passing in the night.
    Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 8 July 2026

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“Constituting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/constituting. Accessed 13 Jul. 2026.

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