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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
Several factors influence how far apart to plant tomatoes, including plant type, staking system, and gardening style.
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Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 16 June 2026
Trinity, which operates across southern New England and New York, has become a significant factor in Connecticut’s drive to expand its housing inventory.
—Don Stacom, Hartford Courant, 16 June 2026
Prices are subject to rapid, unpredictable changes due to factors like, but not limited to, supply/demand, weather, and geopolitical events.
—Usa Today, USA Today, 16 June 2026
High altitude also a factor South Korea’s squad doesn’t have to leave Mexico for its group matches but does have to deal with the high altitude in both Mexico City (about 7,200 feet) and Guadalajara (about 4,900 feet).
—Tales Azzoni, Chicago Tribune, 16 June 2026
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Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 16 June 2026
Trinity, which operates across southern New England and New York, has become a significant factor in Connecticut’s drive to expand its housing inventory.
—Don Stacom, Hartford Courant, 16 June 2026
Prices are subject to rapid, unpredictable changes due to factors like, but not limited to, supply/demand, weather, and geopolitical events.
—Usa Today, USA Today, 16 June 2026
High altitude also a factor South Korea’s squad doesn’t have to leave Mexico for its group matches but does have to deal with the high altitude in both Mexico City (about 7,200 feet) and Guadalajara (about 4,900 feet).
—Tales Azzoni, Chicago Tribune, 16 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for factor
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The leader sets direction, delegates while retaining accountability, builds teams and achieves results through people.—
Dr. Adil Dalal,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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Malcolm Pein, an English delegate to FIDE who is preparing a possible challenge to Dvorkovich in the next election for president of the organisation, told Reuters there were a significant number of countries that vehemently disagreed with the FIDE decision.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
12 June 2026
Noun
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So the energy component will come back down.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
14 June 2026
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Rather than attempting to drive more adoption across the entire iPhone 18 family, the iPhone Ultra can target the top five percent of Apple’s global user base with an exclusive handset using luxury materials and cutting-edge components.—
Ewan Spence,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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The third-year wide receiver and the Panthers agreed to a three-year, $34 million contract extension Thursday, according to Coker’s agent, Matt Glose.—
Mike Kaye,
Charlotte Observer,
12 June 2026
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If an agent doesn't need persistent access, don't give it any.—
Art Gilliland,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
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There's so many elements to that.—
Lauryn Overhultz,
FOXNews.com,
18 June 2026
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Historic elements of the former hotel remain today, including a grand piano and white stone, spiral staircase that rises up to the second-floor banquet rooms.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 June 2026
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As questions swirl about James’ future, ESPN reported that James representatives and the Lakers are engaged in talks the structure of a new contract.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
17 June 2026
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Following more than three hours of meeting time devoted to presentations by county staff and project representatives and approximately 75 public commenters, the board voted 5-0 to approve the long-running and controversial Upper Westside Project.—
Graham Womack,
Sacbee.com,
17 June 2026
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Warmer waters and temperatures One of the ingredients of El Niño is triggered when the trade winds in the Pacific Ocean — winds that reliably blow from east to west — weaken.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
15 June 2026
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The S'mores Company creates fun and easy s'mores supplies -- stainless steel telescoping roasting sticks with glow-in-the-dark designs, portable soy wax campfires and cooler caddies with organizer trays that keep ingredients organized.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 June 2026
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According to Euro News, 125 deputies backed the government proposal, 61 voted against it and 13 abstained.—
Bonny Chu,
FOXNews.com,
18 June 2026
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Ramon Padilla is the deputy graphics editor for USA TODAY.—
Zachary Schermele,
USA Today,
18 June 2026
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This will be his fifth World Cup as a member of the Mexico squad, appearing in 11 matches during his tenure.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
12 June 2026
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Family members said Arthur Fernandez was a former wildland firefighter before becoming a heavy machinery operator.—
Dean Fioresi,
CBS News,
12 June 2026
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“Factor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/factor. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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