1
as in separates
to go or move in different directions from a central point
after traveling together for three weeks, we parted at Rome
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2
as in moves
to leave a place often for another
parted with great ceremony but with little preparation for the dangers that lay ahead
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3
as in divides
to set or force apart
parted the prongs with pliers
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as in dies
to stop living
before I part, I hope I have the opportunity to say my good-byes
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Recent Examples of parts
Josh Kelly, Oklahoman, 9 Jan. 2026
Running water and electricity were disrupted in parts of the capital, Kyiv's Mayor Vitali Klitschko said.
—Michael Sinkewicz, FOXNews.com, 9 Jan. 2026
To address the problem, water managers many years ago lowered the levels, but the tree islands never recovered, leaving ghosts of islands that lack the elevation to support the majestic hardwoods found in other parts of the Everglades, such as cypress, pond apple and pop ash trees.
—Amy Green, Miami Herald, 9 Jan. 2026
Streetlights flickered before large parts of the city were plunged into darkness, as a thick fog settled over the streets and temperatures plummeted to –5 degrees Celsius (23 degrees Fahrenheit).
—Kosta Gak, CNN Money, 9 Jan. 2026
This shift reduces weight and opens up more flexibility in vehicle design while enabling solar modules to function as structural exterior parts.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 9 Jan. 2026
The system will bring a surge of new moisture, especially in the southern and southeastern parts of the state.
—CBS News, 9 Jan. 2026
The Teton and Gros Ventre Mountains in Wyoming should prepare to see around 4 to 8 inches of snow and up to 12 inches in the highest parts of the Tetons overnight Wednesday through to Thursday afternoon.
—Amanda Greenwood, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Nov. 2025
The parts were gradually lining up for a potential return to the five-piece Rumours-era roster.
—Literary Hub, 6 Nov. 2025
Noun
The year started with a four-day streak of 70-degree highs; however, Oklahoma will soon see temperatures dip a bit into the mid-50s and 60s at the start of next week, with some parts of the state expecting snow.
—Josh Kelly, Oklahoman, 9 Jan. 2026
Running water and electricity were disrupted in parts of the capital, Kyiv's Mayor Vitali Klitschko said.
—Michael Sinkewicz, FOXNews.com, 9 Jan. 2026
To address the problem, water managers many years ago lowered the levels, but the tree islands never recovered, leaving ghosts of islands that lack the elevation to support the majestic hardwoods found in other parts of the Everglades, such as cypress, pond apple and pop ash trees.
—Amy Green, Miami Herald, 9 Jan. 2026
Streetlights flickered before large parts of the city were plunged into darkness, as a thick fog settled over the streets and temperatures plummeted to –5 degrees Celsius (23 degrees Fahrenheit).
—Kosta Gak, CNN Money, 9 Jan. 2026
This shift reduces weight and opens up more flexibility in vehicle design while enabling solar modules to function as structural exterior parts.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 9 Jan. 2026
The system will bring a surge of new moisture, especially in the southern and southeastern parts of the state.
—CBS News, 9 Jan. 2026
The Teton and Gros Ventre Mountains in Wyoming should prepare to see around 4 to 8 inches of snow and up to 12 inches in the highest parts of the Tetons overnight Wednesday through to Thursday afternoon.
—Amanda Greenwood, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Nov. 2025
The parts were gradually lining up for a potential return to the five-piece Rumours-era roster.
—Literary Hub, 6 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for parts
Noun
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The house began as a single-level structure set on over 7 acres of ocean-view land.—
Sandra Barrera,
Oc Register,
14 Jan. 2026
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South County civic leaders and educators believe this synergy could convince a major institution — possibly UCSD — to eventually establish a branch campus on land owned by the city of Chula Vista.—
Gary Robbins,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Asked what separates him from Donalds, Collins didn’t directly say.—
Shauna Muckle,
Miami Herald,
12 Jan. 2026
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Across the country, communities are experiencing an escalation of militarized immigration enforcement that spreads fear, separates families and violates basic constitutional norms.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
12 Jan. 2026
Verb
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One slightly wrong rate in a budget, procurement forecast, or loan estimate easily moves millions of dollars in the wrong direction.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
8 Jan. 2026
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The Honda moves forward, turning to the right.—
Devon Lum,
Twin Cities,
8 Jan. 2026
Verb
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On the other side of the great river that divides them, the Republic of the Congo has led a somewhat less eventful existence.—
Holden Frith,
TheWeek,
9 Jan. 2026
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Continue reading … DIVIDED HALLS – Johnson insists US 'not at war' after closed-door Venezuela briefing divides lawmakers.—
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FOXNews.com,
6 Jan. 2026
Verb
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And if the giver dies during the five-year period, some of the gift will be added back into their estate.—
Liz Weston,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Jan. 2026
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First, Monty Miller (a suave, anguished Jon Hamm), Tommy’s lifelong friend and billionaire founder of M-Tex, dies suddenly, but not before naming the fixer as the new company president.—
Michael M. Rosen,
The Washington Examiner,
9 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Her journey illustrates how online finance certifications can expand access to career progression in regions where traditional programs remain financially or geographically out of reach.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
22 Jan. 2026
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Overall, there are myriad potential points of failure that can interrupt power delivery to large regions.—
Matt Randolph,
Forbes.com,
22 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Hardee’s, the fast-food chain that has spent decades anchoring exits off Southern interstates, is officially back in NASCAR.—
Greg Engle,
Forbes.com,
21 Jan. 2026
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Once that system exits Wednesday night, precipitation chances decrease, but the weather turns increasingly harsh.—
Brandi D. Addison,
Des Moines Register,
20 Jan. 2026
Verb
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According to Harper's Bazaar, the royal family splits their time between the Amalienborg Palace in Copenhagen and the Chancellery House at Fredensborg Palace, located on the island of Zealand in Denmark.—
Amaris Encinas,
USA Today,
8 Jan. 2026
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Clarke, whose splits and underlying numbers were dominant again, set up Fiala for two shot attempts, the second of which generated a rebound and created a scramble.—
Andrew Knoll,
Daily News,
8 Jan. 2026
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“Parts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/parts. Accessed 23 Jan. 2026.
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