FACTOR (OUT) Synonyms: 16 Similar and Opposite Words

factor (out)

verb

Definition of factor (out)

as in to disregard

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disregard

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The rulings have frustrated administration officials, while judges who have ordered the release of detainees have called out ICE for disregarding due process rights and, in some cases, violating court orders.

— Khaleda Rahman, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Nov. 2026
Massie introduced the eight articles on Monday, arguing that Hegseth had repeatedly exceeded his legal authority in directing military operations and disregarded congressional restrictions on the use of force.

— Nik Popli, Time, 10 Nov. 2026

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