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as in delegate
a person who acts or does business for another
at the auction the high bidder for the painting was actually a factor for a wealthy art collector
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as in component
one of the parts that make up a whole
price was only one factor in my decision to buy the car
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Recent Examples of factor
But Davion Mitchell’s lack of stature is a factor, with Tyler Herro lacking wingspan at shooting guard.
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Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 21 Apr. 2026
Preliminary findings indicate alcohol was not a factor, police said.
—Nicole Buss, Sacbee.com, 21 Apr. 2026
The specific timeline depends on external factors like regulation.
—Megan Wollerton, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Apr. 2026
Socioeconomic factors, cultural barriers, and gaps in awareness continue to influence who ultimately receives a transplant.
—Dr. Hiroshi Sogawa, Hartford Courant, 20 Apr. 2026
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Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 21 Apr. 2026
Preliminary findings indicate alcohol was not a factor, police said.
—Nicole Buss, Sacbee.com, 21 Apr. 2026
The specific timeline depends on external factors like regulation.
—Megan Wollerton, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Apr. 2026
Socioeconomic factors, cultural barriers, and gaps in awareness continue to influence who ultimately receives a transplant.
—Dr. Hiroshi Sogawa, Hartford Courant, 20 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for factor
Noun
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While raising young children, Currie finally obtained her undergraduate degree in 1968 before working on the campaign of activist and lawyer Michael Shakman to be elected delegate to the 1969-70 constitutional convention.—
Hannah Meisel,
CBS News,
18 Apr. 2026
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In an interview with The Times, Hicks said the party relies on delegates to vet candidates before endorsement votes at the party convention.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Apr. 2026
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Many devices integrate flash storage into their main logic boards and cryptographically pair it with other components for security, a practice popularized by Apple.—
Julian Lucas,
New Yorker,
20 Apr. 2026
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And by the way, there’s a humanitarian component here as well in terms of fertilizer, food, and other aid agencies that need that open for the ongoing crises in Africa.—
NBC news,
NBC news,
19 Apr. 2026
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The center said throughout all of this, Rahman faced mistreatment, was mocked by federal agents for her disabilities and was denied medical care.—
Maria Lisignoli,
CBS News,
17 Apr. 2026
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Heinecke hired an agent and participated in the Senior Bowl, Oklahoma's pro day and NFL scouting combine while trying to gain college eligibility.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 Apr. 2026
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There's an element, again, of control, and the element of torture.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 Apr. 2026
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Leslie Hasselback Adams, USA high diving performance director, said Fort Lauderdale has all the elements—wind and sun—to get competitors ready for the Los Angeles Summer Olympics in two years.—
Joan Murray,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
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No Iranian delegation has yet departed for Islamabad, Reuters reported Tuesday, citing Iranian state TV, contradicting international media reports that a team of representatives was traveling.—
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
21 Apr. 2026
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The Royal Family has spent the anniversary carrying out engagements and remembering the late Queen with a series of online tributes, and a reception for 190 guests, including representatives from many of the late Queen’s charities at Buckingham Palace.—
Katie Nicholl,
Vanity Fair,
21 Apr. 2026
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Farideh Sadeghin, who authored The Hot Dog Cookbook, advised shoppers to use meat as a flavor enhancer instead of the main ingredient.—
Hali Smith
April 20,
Idaho Statesman,
20 Apr. 2026
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Cassandra Hutchison, an aesthetician who gives the treatments at the spa, said the ingredient is intended to repair skin and keep inflammation down.—
Aya Diab,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Apr. 2026
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Before his death, Mikhail had told sheriff’s deputies that he had been jumped in September by eight gun-wielding individuals, including Elijah, at the YMCA basketball courts near Oak Ridge High School.—
Silas Morgan,
The Orlando Sentinel,
16 Apr. 2026
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Zanzibar deputy police commissioner Zuberi Chembela told ABC News Tuesday that McCann is still being questioned by police, and an investigation into her death is ongoing.—
Deena Zaru,
ABC News,
15 Apr. 2026
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Amazon’s exclusive hub is full of limited time deals that only Prime members can access, and deals span across all categories, including home, fashion, kitchen, and gardening.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 Apr. 2026
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The mayor was joined by City Council members Adrian Nazarian and Imelda Padilla, as well as environmental advocates.—
Daily News,
Daily News,
17 Apr. 2026
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“Factor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/factor. Accessed 22 Apr. 2026.
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