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as in factors
one of the parts that make up a whole
you're only one member of this group effort
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as in parts
one of the pieces from which something is designed to be assembled
lost an indispensable member of the model airplane kit
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Recent Examples of members
This is a good day to help family members and show support for them.
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Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 30 May 2026
The following year, in one of the most notorious incidents of the war, Naxals killed 76 members of the security forces in an ambush in Chhattisgarh.
—Dhruv Tikekar, CNN Money, 30 May 2026
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City, which serves around 1 million members across the metro and northeast Missouri, then claimed the hospital had opted out of service, not the other way around.
—Jenna Ebbers, Kansas City Star, 29 May 2026
Betty Lin-Fisher There's no doubt pet owners love their furry family members.
—Betty Lin-Fisher, USA Today, 29 May 2026
However, Parker’s leadership and city officials maintain that the plans are years in the making and a result of conversations with community members.
—Kate Perez, Chicago Tribune, 23 May 2026
Three Rock rises to the occasion But the members of Three Rock are eager to prove their mettle, especially Hartman (Simon Auclair), whose jealousy over Ace's graduation earlier this season left him with a massive chip on his shoulder.
—Britt Hayes, Entertainment Weekly, 23 May 2026
From one temple to the next, the nine family members continue their rituals while the grandmother of the family grows increasingly weary, both physically and mentally.
—Zac Ntim, Deadline, 22 May 2026
Women in Film India, launched during Cannes 2025, has reached 3,500 members in its first twelve months.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 22 May 2026
Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 30 May 2026
The following year, in one of the most notorious incidents of the war, Naxals killed 76 members of the security forces in an ambush in Chhattisgarh.
—Dhruv Tikekar, CNN Money, 30 May 2026
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City, which serves around 1 million members across the metro and northeast Missouri, then claimed the hospital had opted out of service, not the other way around.
—Jenna Ebbers, Kansas City Star, 29 May 2026
Betty Lin-Fisher There's no doubt pet owners love their furry family members.
—Betty Lin-Fisher, USA Today, 29 May 2026
However, Parker’s leadership and city officials maintain that the plans are years in the making and a result of conversations with community members.
—Kate Perez, Chicago Tribune, 23 May 2026
Three Rock rises to the occasion But the members of Three Rock are eager to prove their mettle, especially Hartman (Simon Auclair), whose jealousy over Ace's graduation earlier this season left him with a massive chip on his shoulder.
—Britt Hayes, Entertainment Weekly, 23 May 2026
From one temple to the next, the nine family members continue their rituals while the grandmother of the family grows increasingly weary, both physically and mentally.
—Zac Ntim, Deadline, 22 May 2026
Women in Film India, launched during Cannes 2025, has reached 3,500 members in its first twelve months.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 22 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for members
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In their new book from University of California Press, professors Banks and Fortmueller dive into how the rise of streaming services — alongside COVID-19, the #MeToo movement and other factors — have forever changed the way Hollywood works.—
Michael Schaub,
Oc Register,
11 June 2026
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These factors mean that engines have become one of the most expensive elements of building new airplanes.—
Justin Klawans,
TheWeek,
11 June 2026
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While the atmosphere should be equal parts raucous and circus at Madison Square Garden on Monday night, the Spurs are desperate to win a basketball game in the middle of it all.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
9 June 2026
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One of the best parts of Dragon Striker is its visual artistry.—
Allison McClain Merrill,
Parents,
8 June 2026
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With the integration of Cylib’s proprietary recycling technology directly into Vianode’s advanced anode production process, the two companies plan to turn spent battery waste into high-performance vehicle components.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
9 June 2026
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Sharma noted that the costs of certain console components will continue to increase.—
Sebastian Herrera,
Fortune,
9 June 2026
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Severe thunderstorm watches have been posted across portions of Ohio, Pennsylvania, Maryland, West Virginia and Virginia -- including Pittsburgh and Harrisburg, Pennsylvania; Hagerstown, Maryland; and Martinsburg, West Virginia.—
Daniel Peck,
ABC News,
6 June 2026
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The Park District serves approximately 63,000 residents across the Village of Skokie, in addition to portions of Evanston, Morton Grove and Chicago.—
Claire Murphy,
Chicago Tribune,
5 June 2026
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The event also featured traditional performance elements, including a vibrant dancer, as city officials and community members marked the beginning of the project.—
Maddie White,
CBS News,
10 June 2026
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Inside, Scandinavian design elements steal the show.—
Elly Leavitt,
Vogue,
9 June 2026
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The result is a form of growth that may leave large segments of the workforce worse off even as the economy becomes more productive.—
James Broughel,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2026
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The stacking together of the powerful rocket to launch next year’s Artemis III mission can soon begin after the final segments of the twin boosters that power the Space Launch System rocket began their cross-country trek to Kennedy Space Center this week.—
Richard Tribou,
The Orlando Sentinel,
5 June 2026
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Dishes use local produce but combine them with Asian ingredients for a light meal that’s bursting with flavors.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 June 2026
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Recommendations included requiring sunscreen manufacturers to clearly label their products with active ingredients on the front, as well as clearer formats for SPF, broad-spectrum and water-resistant statements.—
Sandee LaMotte,
CNN Money,
9 June 2026
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Ongoing deliveries of major submarine parts, hull sections, and support equipment indicate the program is on schedule as builders work to complete the first submarine in the class.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
11 June 2026
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This is largely in line with last year when the two categories featured 19 submissions across the two sections.—
Peter White,
Deadline,
11 June 2026
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“Members.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/members. Accessed 12 Jun. 2026.
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