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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
Fresh Stems for the Perfect Finish Finally, Gaines recommends incorporating natural elements, like fresh stems or large branches from your backyard.
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Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Sep. 2025
On the contrary, my own polls show that many elements of the Democratic Socialist agenda are popular with the Black electorate.
—Martha McHardy, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
Without these elements, identical AI tools produce costly mistakes based on incomplete or outdated information, undermining rather than enhancing operational performance.
—Stéphane Donzé, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
At the hip, Halsey’s dress featured feathery elements, adding a contrasting texture to the overall look.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 2 Sep. 2025
With details like a model battery pack, heating and cooling elements, plus a TV camera with an antenna.
—Paul Brett, Space.com, 2 Sep. 2025
As the music becomes Fatima Al Qaddiri’s score, with its clever commingling of modern and classical elements, these grittier images segue seamlessly into our introduction to Meursault, who is being thrown into prison.
—Jessica Kiang, Variety, 2 Sep. 2025
With polls showing voter opposition to elements of the law, the White House has called on Vance and his middle-class bona fides to turn public opinion.
—Jessie Opoien, jsonline.com, 29 Aug. 2025
Even with the potential drawbacks, some employees may still want to incorporate elements of the office siren style into their professional wardrobe.
—Alyshia Hull, USA Today, 29 Aug. 2025
Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Sep. 2025
On the contrary, my own polls show that many elements of the Democratic Socialist agenda are popular with the Black electorate.
—Martha McHardy, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
Without these elements, identical AI tools produce costly mistakes based on incomplete or outdated information, undermining rather than enhancing operational performance.
—Stéphane Donzé, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
At the hip, Halsey’s dress featured feathery elements, adding a contrasting texture to the overall look.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 2 Sep. 2025
With details like a model battery pack, heating and cooling elements, plus a TV camera with an antenna.
—Paul Brett, Space.com, 2 Sep. 2025
As the music becomes Fatima Al Qaddiri’s score, with its clever commingling of modern and classical elements, these grittier images segue seamlessly into our introduction to Meursault, who is being thrown into prison.
—Jessica Kiang, Variety, 2 Sep. 2025
With polls showing voter opposition to elements of the law, the White House has called on Vance and his middle-class bona fides to turn public opinion.
—Jessie Opoien, jsonline.com, 29 Aug. 2025
Even with the potential drawbacks, some employees may still want to incorporate elements of the office siren style into their professional wardrobe.
—Alyshia Hull, USA Today, 29 Aug. 2025
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“Elements.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/elements. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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