part and parcel

noun

Definition of part and parcelnext
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
  • Certification framework finalized For aircraft that introduce new technologies, the G-1 Issue Paper establishes the certification basis before engineers begin proving compliance.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 10 July 2026
  • Until now, vertical landings of orbital-class rockets had been performed only by SpaceX, which does them on a regular basis.
    — Mike Wall, Space.com, 10 July 2026
Definition of basis
Noun
  • 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
  • The strategies available are not competing answers so much as building blocks that can be sequenced thoughtfully.
    — Joshua Harmon, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
Definition of building block
Noun
  • Parker does not carry a cosmic dust detector, and that's because until now dust has not been considered a serious component of the solar atmosphere.
    — Keith Cooper, Space.com, 7 July 2026
  • Assuming the battery is fine (and all the other electrical components and solder have survived the long journey through time), how will the iPhone be activated?
    — Ewan Spence, Forbes.com, 6 July 2026
Definition of component
Noun
  • The work stoppage at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and MGB Home Care sites began Wednesday, when Massachusetts Nurses Association members voted to strike after months of contract negotiations failed.
    — Grace Zokovitch, Boston Herald, 10 July 2026
  • Often, he was told, immigrants aren’t given the chance to call family members before they’re released, and are dropped off at a nearby plaza, often with uncharged cellphones or no phone at all.
    — Itzel Luna, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026
Definition of member
Noun
  • State leaders pointed to existing defense assets, manufacturing capacity, and workforce as key factors in attracting the company.
    — Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 4 July 2026
  • For instance, France is favored more by markets, reflecting factors beyond pure team strength, while Argentina and Morocco show higher probabilities in the FIFA model.
    — Giovanni Malloy, Forbes.com, 4 July 2026
Definition of factor
Noun
  • The space is a balance between tropical escape and late-night lounge, with moody lighting, sexy design elements and music that keeps the energy elevated throughout the evening.
    — Blair Crosby, AJC.com, 5 July 2026
  • The Samba sneakers add a sporty element, while proving to be comfortable and easy to walk around in around New York City.
    — Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 5 July 2026
Definition of element
Noun
  • It's packed with efficacious skin care ingredients to smooth and firm mature complexions.
    — Tamim Alnuweiri, InStyle, 6 July 2026
  • Chickpeas The main ingredient in hummus and falafel, chickpeas are teeming with protein.
    — Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 5 July 2026
Definition of ingredient
Noun
  • Spivey said her constituents had, like Cook, raised concerns about the data center’s water use and electricity demand.
    — Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 July 2026
  • My goal of service in congress is to be a partner to the constituents of CD 22 and Florida.
    — David Burck, Sun Sentinel, 10 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 12 Jul. 2026.

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