as in principles
general or basic truths on which other truths or theories can be based
the elements of mathematics can be traced back to Euclid
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The neutral tones and organic elements of the hotel’s 349 rooms and suites soothe the spirit and mirror the otherworldly atmosphere of the Riviera Maya.
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Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 5 Nov. 2025
Editing was done by spooling the recording from one reel to another, cutting out the unwanted elements with a razor blade, and cello-taping the remaining tape back together.
—Literary Hub, 4 Nov. 2025
These are the elements that would satisfy the accreditors, and thus help the school maintain its student-aid support and ability to award degrees.
—Ian Bogost, The Atlantic, 4 Nov. 2025
Protecting Herbert and helping to open running lanes is paramount to the success of the offense, and Penning should do well to help both of those elements.
—James Brizuela, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2025
Leave them empty, or fill with seasonal florals or other textural elements from nature.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Nov. 2025
Her fusion of art rock, electronic, and pop elements in her music has earned her a place among the most influential artists of her generation.
—The New Yorker, New Yorker, 28 Oct. 2025
The Home Improvement reunion is the latest exciting news to come out of the annual convention celebrating all the best elements of 90s pop culture.
—Angela Andaloro, PEOPLE, 28 Oct. 2025
Tiffany Ginza store honors its longstanding connection to Japan, the CEO said, with several design elements paying homage to Japanese culture and craft.
—Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 28 Oct. 2025
Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 5 Nov. 2025
Editing was done by spooling the recording from one reel to another, cutting out the unwanted elements with a razor blade, and cello-taping the remaining tape back together.
—Literary Hub, 4 Nov. 2025
These are the elements that would satisfy the accreditors, and thus help the school maintain its student-aid support and ability to award degrees.
—Ian Bogost, The Atlantic, 4 Nov. 2025
Protecting Herbert and helping to open running lanes is paramount to the success of the offense, and Penning should do well to help both of those elements.
—James Brizuela, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2025
Leave them empty, or fill with seasonal florals or other textural elements from nature.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Nov. 2025
Her fusion of art rock, electronic, and pop elements in her music has earned her a place among the most influential artists of her generation.
—The New Yorker, New Yorker, 28 Oct. 2025
The Home Improvement reunion is the latest exciting news to come out of the annual convention celebrating all the best elements of 90s pop culture.
—Angela Andaloro, PEOPLE, 28 Oct. 2025
Tiffany Ginza store honors its longstanding connection to Japan, the CEO said, with several design elements paying homage to Japanese culture and craft.
—Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 28 Oct. 2025
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“Elements.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/elements. Accessed 8 Nov. 2025.
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