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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Recent Examples of elements
Microorganisms naturally require trace amounts of some rare earth elements, and researchers can adjust conditions so the microbes efficiently take them up.
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Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 11 Feb. 2026
Smoking marijuana is also unhealthy, however, because cannabis smoke contains carcinogens, tar and other dangerous elements.
—Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 11 Feb. 2026
Vahd Nabyl Achmad Mulachela, a spokesperson for Indonesia's Foreign Affairs Ministry, said Indonesian troops would not take part in disarmament -- one of the most contentious and unresolved elements of the peace plan.
—Arkansas Online, 11 Feb. 2026
The jacket for the skirt suit look featured long sleeves, a sleek front placket and sinuous lapels and collar with contrasting fabric elements.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 10 Feb. 2026
Over time, both groups are trying more of these elements, with men earning positive execution scores at an increasing rate.
—Robert Samuels, Washington Post, 10 Feb. 2026
Classic raised garden beds made of wood and stained to protect them from the elements are a good way to pack a lot of plants into a small space.
—Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Feb. 2026
Its mandate spans medical care, benefits processing under the Havana Act, research, and coordination with investigative elements examining potential causes.
—Olivia Gazis, CBS News, 3 Feb. 2026
Morimoto’s returning champ, Osaka native Takeshi Ikeuchi who won the Rumble in 2022, took second place last night with his team’s Carbonara Tonkotsu Ramen, a creamy offering with rich elements including dongpo pork and shrimp wonton.
—Amy Drew Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 3 Feb. 2026
Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 11 Feb. 2026
Smoking marijuana is also unhealthy, however, because cannabis smoke contains carcinogens, tar and other dangerous elements.
—Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 11 Feb. 2026
Vahd Nabyl Achmad Mulachela, a spokesperson for Indonesia's Foreign Affairs Ministry, said Indonesian troops would not take part in disarmament -- one of the most contentious and unresolved elements of the peace plan.
—Arkansas Online, 11 Feb. 2026
The jacket for the skirt suit look featured long sleeves, a sleek front placket and sinuous lapels and collar with contrasting fabric elements.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 10 Feb. 2026
Over time, both groups are trying more of these elements, with men earning positive execution scores at an increasing rate.
—Robert Samuels, Washington Post, 10 Feb. 2026
Classic raised garden beds made of wood and stained to protect them from the elements are a good way to pack a lot of plants into a small space.
—Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Feb. 2026
Its mandate spans medical care, benefits processing under the Havana Act, research, and coordination with investigative elements examining potential causes.
—Olivia Gazis, CBS News, 3 Feb. 2026
Morimoto’s returning champ, Osaka native Takeshi Ikeuchi who won the Rumble in 2022, took second place last night with his team’s Carbonara Tonkotsu Ramen, a creamy offering with rich elements including dongpo pork and shrimp wonton.
—Amy Drew Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 3 Feb. 2026
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“Elements.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/elements. Accessed 11 Feb. 2026.
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