factor

noun

ˈfak-tər How to pronounce factor (audio)
Definition of factornext
1
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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2
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 The researchers note that people with ADHD are more likely to experience factors that contribute to the aforementioned issues like poor or lack of sleep and chronic stress. — Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 23 Oct. 2026 These compounds may help reduce oxidative stress and inflammation, two factors that can contribute to liver damage. — Lindsey Desoto, HEALTH, 23 Oct. 2026 And of course, the most pressing question of all … how will Terri Schuester factor in? — Tom Smyth, Vulture, 23 Oct. 2026 With these factors in mind, public health authorities are urging the public to take measures now to protect themselves and others. — Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 23 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for factor
Recent Examples of Synonyms for factor
  1. delegate
  2. component
  3. agent
  4. element
  5. representative
  6. ingredient
  7. deputy
  8. member
Noun
  • Each participant will get a tailored calendar of pre-booked meetings with teams from the JAFF Future Project selection, rights holders from JAFF IP Connection, exhibitors and other delegates.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 22 Oct. 2026
  • Late last month, roughly 100 dockworker delegates from four countries rallied outside DP World’s Centerm terminal at the Port of Vancouver, following an international anti-automation summit that included Montreal’s own CUPE Local 375.
    — Glenn Taylor, Footwear News, 20 Oct. 2026
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  • In March, the Pentagon reportedly began shipping Patriot and THAAD components from South Korea to the Middle East to support the Iran war.
    — Dan Blumenthal, Washington Post, 27 Oct. 2026
  • Ukraine's General Staff that day said its forces hit an electronics plant in Oryol that makes components for the cruise and ballistic missiles Russia fires at Ukrainian cities.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 26 Oct. 2026
Definition of component
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  • The Information reported that Meta CTO Andrew Bosworth has discussed humanoid robots internally as a potential physical embodiment of the company’s Muse AI agent.
    — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 2 Nov. 2026
  • To tout their readiness for the midterms, Fulton County officials invited media to the same sprawling elections hub where FBI agents seized more than 650 boxes of ballots and other 2020 election records nine months ago.
    — Caleb Groves, AJC.com, 1 Nov. 2026
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  • Japanese sweet potatoes have a creamy texture that pairs beautifully with the spicy, crunchy elements of chaat.
    — Rachel Gurjar, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 Nov. 2026
  • The family spent approximately $1,500 on dirt and ballfield materials and another $500 on indoor decorations, bringing the total for those elements to around $2,000.
    — Tereza Shkurtaj, PEOPLE, 1 Nov. 2026
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  • Independents are the least impressed by current representation in Washington; only 36% say their representative should be reelected, while 9% say most should be.
    — Morgan Chalfant, semafor.com, 28 Oct. 2026
  • Still, there’s no question life will be different for the outgoing state representative.
    — Denise Crosby, Chicago Tribune, 28 Oct. 2026
Definition of representative
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  • The cabinetry, which is of premium quality and is exceptionally attractive, offers generous storage space for cooking ingredients and the chef’s tools and utensils.
    — James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 1 Nov. 2026
  • Mushrooms are an underrated ingredient in Indian cooking, and this creamy masala puts the earthy veg front and center.
    — Rachel Gurjar, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 Nov. 2026
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  • Her day job is as deputy creative director at the Center for Biological Diversity in Tucson, Arizona.
    — Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 1 Nov. 2026
  • Notable Nuclear power is key to bolstering energy security in Africa, but its rollout on the continent requires workforce training and safety regulations, said Daniel Poneman, former US deputy enerfy secretary.
    — Ruben Nyanguila, semafor.com, 30 Oct. 2026
Definition of deputy
Noun
  • Vang, 41, is a progressive member of the Sacramento City Council.
    — Mathew Miranda, Sacbee.com, 30 Oct. 2026
  • Authorities withheld the person’s identity pending notification of family members.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 30 Oct. 2026
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