part and parcel

noun

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as in basis

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Recent Examples of part and parcel There’s always internet noise, which is fine and part and parcel of making a movie. — Alex Ritman, Variety, 17 Apr. 2026 Corrections Redux joins a new prestige drama slate at Netflix, part and parcel of the company’s ongoing attempt to fight it out with Paramount for all the eyeballs in America. — Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 3 Apr. 2026 The deranged Call of Duty–style montages that the official White House X page puts out are part and parcel of appealing to a younger generation. — Suzanne Schneider, The New York Review of Books, 25 Mar. 2026 Fear is part and parcel of any outdoor adventurer’s experience, but unlike many of us, Lucas Bravo likes that feeling. — Adrienne Westenfeld, Outside, 18 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for part and parcel
Recent Examples of Synonyms for part and parcel
  1. basis
  2. building block
  3. component
  4. member
  5. factor
  6. element
  7. ingredient
  8. constituent
Noun
  • The three countries, which all house US military bases, have borne the brunt of Tehran’s attacks over the past 13 days.
    — CNN Money, CNN Money, 25 July 2026
  • Most visitors use the cities of Waycross and Folkston as bases (lodging and dining) for exploring the swamp.
    — Charles Seabrook, AJC.com, 25 July 2026
Definition of basis
Noun
  • Scientists have found interesting chemistry in our galaxy, including building blocks for genetic material and parts of the cell.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 13 July 2026
  • Each 21-centimeter-square robot is equipped with its own thrusters, sensors, and magnetic latches, allowing the fleet to connect like building blocks on the water.
    — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 10 July 2026
Definition of building block
Noun
  • The Producer Price Index chart semiconductor and other electronic component manufacturing industry looks like a hockey stick.
    — Alicia Wallace, CNN Money, 28 July 2026
  • And People Will Value Your Authenticity Demonstrating strong leadership is an obvious component of thought leadership.
    — Melissa A. Wheeler, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026
Definition of component
Noun
  • There is arguably no greater example of the players’ power than in 2020 when members of the Atlanta Dream wore T-shirts endorsing then-Democratic candidate Raphael Warnock who at the time was running against Loeffler.
    — Annie Costabile, New York Times, 24 July 2026
  • On July 14, council member Meredith Stead pointed to two neighborhood associations in her district — one in favor of the designation, the other strongly opposed.
    — Mark Dee July 24, Idaho Statesman, 24 July 2026
Definition of member
Noun
  • While commenter gave a thoroughly detailed response, prominent Sedalia historian Becky Imhauser spoke about the city’s history with the fair, and what factors went into it being housed in Sedalia.
    — Sophie Lindberg, Kansas City Star, 26 July 2026
  • An abnormally wet winter in Europe — with long-lasting rain and frequent storms in January and February — is likely a factor in the wildfires.
    — Issy Ronald, CNN Money, 26 July 2026
Definition of factor
Noun
  • Magnesium, on the other hand, shows much more potential, with the same quantity of water containing 2,980 kg (6,570 lb) of the element, roughly the weight of a 2024 Ford F-250 Super Duty Cargo Truck … so, a lot.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 27 July 2026
  • There’s the Targaryen element, but there’s the Hightower in him as well.
    — Sean T. Collins, Vulture, 27 July 2026
Definition of element
Noun
  • Slowly whisk the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, then fold in the vegetable oil with a silicone spatula until fully incorporated.
    — Maggie Meyer Glisan, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 July 2026
  • Just as the chef relies on ingredients harvested at their peak from the restaurant's culinary garden and local farms, the wine program evolves throughout the year to complement those changing flavors.
    — Yuri Shima, Forbes.com, 26 July 2026
Definition of ingredient
Noun
  • Your constituents, the people, we the people, put you in this position.
    — Claire Heddles, Miami Herald, 25 July 2026
  • The 23,000 constituents are around 78% white, 8% Hispanic and 5% Black, according to 2022 district data.
    — Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 25 July 2026
Definition of constituent

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“Part and parcel.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/part%20and%20parcel. Accessed 28 Jul. 2026.

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