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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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Obviously, there's more to it than that, coaching and other factors need to be in place too, but does anyone believe Fernando Mendoza winds up in Bloomington if not for NIL?—
Ian Miller OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
4 June 2026
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Throughout the testing period, participants recorded how their skin looked and felt, then rated each cream across key factors, including texture, absorption, overnight hydration, and compatibility with existing routines.—
Jenny Berg,
InStyle,
4 June 2026
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Rapid growth across parts of Northern Colorado is colliding with a growing challenge — being able to access enough electricity to support new homes and businesses.—
Dillon Thomas,
CBS News,
2 June 2026
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But Han Solo, Princess Leia, Luke Skywalker, Lando Calrissian and Chewbacca remain beloved parts of film history.—
Ian Miller OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
2 June 2026
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One of the key components is the VDM 80 actuator joint, a compact but powerful motor that acts as the robot’s muscles.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
2 June 2026
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At its core, ThermoShift is basically a rectangular insulated panel with zippers, buckles and drawstrings, and all of its configurations are achieved by adjusting those components.—
Maryna Holovnova,
New Atlas,
2 June 2026
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The project also includes widening portions of the right of way to a minimum of 20 feet at that location.—
Noah Lyons,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 May 2026
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Carr later opened an equal-time rule investigation into ABC’s The View, even though the interview portions of talk shows have historically been exempt from the rule.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
29 May 2026
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Although the hotel is Japanese inspired, the Peninsula Tokyo incorporates many pan-Asian elements—gilt finishes, flower petal motifs on the carpets, and cherry wood panelling, to name a few.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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The defining elements are elaborate parades, continuous samba dancing and vibrant costumes — every piece crafted by local samba schools that spend the entire year preparing.—
Hanna Wickes,
Sacbee.com,
2 June 2026
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By making intelligent-driving functions available across more vehicle segments, the company hopes to accelerate adoption and establish a stronger position in both domestic and international markets.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
30 May 2026
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Before modern Italy was formed, in 1861, France had claimed territories on nearly every continent, imposed its language and culture around the globe, and has since granted French citizenship to certain segments of its colonized populations.—
Albert Samaha,
New Yorker,
30 May 2026
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Food and drink The culinary strategy is focused on hyperlocal ingredients and sustainability.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 June 2026
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Those ingredients stayed, and when Harris joined other aspects came to the front of the story, like going back to her old address and the issue of friendship.—
Jazz Tangcay,
Variety,
26 May 2026
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Clarke Central football coach and former Georgia baseball coach David Perno was diagnosed with lung and blood cancer in January and had surgery to remove two sections of his right lung in March, the coach confirmed to the AJC on Thursday.—
Todd Holcomb,
AJC.com,
4 June 2026
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But perhaps the most salient sections are those that deal with music’s positive effects on all human brains, not just those that are injured or impaired.—
Juliet Izon,
The Atlantic,
4 June 2026
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“Members.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/members. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.
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