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as in delegates
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 components
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 factors
To come up with its findings, the gaming company compared a number of factors in each city, including safety, the total number of bars per 100,000 people, the bars’ closing time, the average drink cost, the cost of half an appetizer, and the quality of music and other entertainment there.
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Kristine Hansen, Travel + Leisure, 26 Feb. 2026
But other factors could weigh against Kalshi.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 26 Feb. 2026
Other factors could make Nvidia even cheaper, according to UBS Global Wealth Management.
—Fred Imbert, CNBC, 26 Feb. 2026
Mortgage rates are influenced by several factors, from the Federal Reserve’s interest rate policy decisions to bond market investors’ expectations for the economy and inflation.
—Alex Veiga, Fortune, 26 Feb. 2026
But the company saw its net income drop 38% to $180 million in that same time because of tariffs and the costs of its initial public offering, among other factors.
—Lisa Schencker, Chicago Tribune, 26 Feb. 2026
Several factors contribute to employers’ caution, including ongoing tariff uncertainty and the adoption of artificial intelligence reshaping hiring plans.
—Rachel Barber, USA Today, 19 Feb. 2026
Additional factors like algae, moisture, and corrosion are also factors to consider.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 19 Feb. 2026
Mortgage rates are influenced by several factors, from the Federal Reserve’s interest rate policy decisions to bond market investors’ expectations for the economy and inflation.
—ABC News, 19 Feb. 2026
Kristine Hansen, Travel + Leisure, 26 Feb. 2026
But other factors could weigh against Kalshi.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 26 Feb. 2026
Other factors could make Nvidia even cheaper, according to UBS Global Wealth Management.
—Fred Imbert, CNBC, 26 Feb. 2026
Mortgage rates are influenced by several factors, from the Federal Reserve’s interest rate policy decisions to bond market investors’ expectations for the economy and inflation.
—Alex Veiga, Fortune, 26 Feb. 2026
But the company saw its net income drop 38% to $180 million in that same time because of tariffs and the costs of its initial public offering, among other factors.
—Lisa Schencker, Chicago Tribune, 26 Feb. 2026
Several factors contribute to employers’ caution, including ongoing tariff uncertainty and the adoption of artificial intelligence reshaping hiring plans.
—Rachel Barber, USA Today, 19 Feb. 2026
Additional factors like algae, moisture, and corrosion are also factors to consider.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 19 Feb. 2026
Mortgage rates are influenced by several factors, from the Federal Reserve’s interest rate policy decisions to bond market investors’ expectations for the economy and inflation.
—ABC News, 19 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for factors
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Bennett and her team have been steadily working to position the strand into a must-attend event on the European festival calendar that can attract delegates from the UK and beyond whilst also creating a pipeline to support new local talent.—
Diana Lodderhose,
Deadline,
25 Feb. 2026
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But Jackson came in a strong second, garnering almost thirty per cent of the votes and more than a thousand delegates.—
John Cassidy,
New Yorker,
23 Feb. 2026
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The proposal stated that companies had to show that components used in battery-storage facilities did not come from countries including China, Iran and North Korea that are listed in the Lone Star Cyber Security Act.—
Elizabeth Campbell,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
25 Feb. 2026
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The company will start by participating in the research and development of solutions that cater to local markets, then design and produce components on the continent, and eventually assemble entire wind turbines there.—
Xiaoying You,
semafor.com,
24 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Then, in December, ICE agents detained Armero and her daughters during a routine check-in.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
1 Mar. 2026
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The Dow tumbled more than 800 points on Monday, in large part because of a Substack post from Citrini Research that laid out hypothetical scenarios for how developments in AI could disrupt certain parts of the economy, including AI agents making white-collar work superfluous.—
Auzinea Bacon,
CNN Money,
28 Feb. 2026
Noun
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With the concept of ‘Fishermen’s Song at Eventide’, the room design creates a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere through elements such as fishing nets, village architecture and sunset light.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Feb. 2026
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But there were also political elements to the choices.—
Sean Williams,
Harpers Magazine,
24 Feb. 2026
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Leib said his conversations with customer service representatives hint at more disruptive changes, but details are lacking.—
Aldo Svaldi,
Denver Post,
26 Feb. 2026
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Entertainment Weekly did not immediately hear back from representatives for Today for comment.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
26 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Keep scrolling to shop 34 exclusive deals from Amazon’s members-only section.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 Feb. 2026
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The German Football Association (DFB) has a good eight million members, the Bundesliga is one of the strongest leagues in the world economically, and the stadiums are full, right the way down to regional league level.—
Philipp Lahm,
New York Times,
28 Feb. 2026
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As Shah Alam’s release was being processed on February 19, Erie County deputies notified Border Patrol because of the detainer, the Erie County Sheriff’s Office said.—
Alisha Ebrahimji,
CNN Money,
27 Feb. 2026
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Carl Grillmair, 67, was pronounced dead by paramedics at the scene after deputies responded to a 911 call in the unincorporated community of Llano in Antelope Valley.—
Frank Landymore,
Futurism,
26 Feb. 2026
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The resort leans into sourcing locally (wine, food, spa ingredients) and hiring locally.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
24 Feb. 2026
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No harsh abrasives and only clean ingredients.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
24 Feb. 2026
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“Factors.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/factors. Accessed 2 Mar. 2026.
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