subgroup

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Recent Examples of subgroup Among the subgroup who ate more unhealthy plant choices, those who ate the largest amount of had a 6% greater chance of developing dementia, according to the study. Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 8 Apr. 2026 That research, however, did see positive results in a subgroup of patients who were early in disease and declining rapidly. Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 3 Apr. 2026 Genetic evidence places the species within the Islamiinae subgroup, though the study notes classification issues within the larger family. Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 30 Mar. 2026 Genetic evidence places the species within the Islamiinae subgroup, but the study also revealed classification issues within the larger family. Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 30 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for subgroup
Recent Examples of Synonyms for subgroup
Noun
  • From the cozy Kringle Kitchen room to the rustic Country Christmas displays, each section caters to a different decorating style, whether your aesthetic leans classic, whimsical, or over-the-top festive.
    Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 12 June 2026
  • Then, separate four small sections at the crown of your head and clip them away from the rest of your hair (these will be your mini braids).
    Ranyechi Udemezue, Vogue, 12 June 2026
Noun
  • Several zebra species and giraffe subspecies are native to Kenya.
    Michelle Watson and Zoe Sottile, CNN, 18 Dec. 2022
  • Washington moose belong to a subspecies called Shiras moose.
    Vonnai Phair, Anchorage Daily News, 9 Dec. 2022
Noun
  • In July, three generations of them will move into a new house in the city’s Prescott Ridge large-tract subdivision, buying into a house that none of them could afford on their own.
    Mark Dee, Idaho Statesman, 10 June 2026
  • Geisel first purchased the land surrounding the La Jolla Country Club Heights' subdivision observation tower in 1948, according to the Jason Barry Team, which held the listing.
    Colson Thayer, PEOPLE, 9 June 2026
Noun
  • In addition, subclasses of biomolecules have even more specializations in their structures and functions.
    Julie Pollock, The Conversation, 1 May 2026
  • There is also a separate subclass for California users pursuing additional claims.
    Ashley Belanger, ArsTechnica, 2 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • So under that example, there would be Heat first-round picks, of some sort, available in 2027 or ’28, plus ’29, ’31 and ’33.
    Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 9 June 2026
  • Likewise, the information helps Mancuso tailor wigs on what is sometimes very short notice, and the two departments collaborate incredibly closely to, say, transform Bad Bunny into a chatbot companion (of sorts).
    Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 9 June 2026
Noun
  • The variety landscape was reshaped this year.
    Michael Schneider, Variety, 12 June 2026
  • The result is an aesthetic that skillfully balances a variety of textures, including injecting Shou Sugi Ban custom treatments inspired by Japanese principles of wabi-sabi that typically employ elements of asymmetry, roughness, and simplicity.
    Rachel Davies, Architectural Digest, 12 June 2026
Noun
  • The Americans will face Australia in the second of three group-stage games next Friday in Seattle, where a draw will all but guarantee them a spot in the round of 32, something Pulisic said should be just the first objective for this team.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 13 June 2026
  • The Swiss won four matches and drew twice in their European group to breeze to North America.
    Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 13 June 2026
Noun
  • But those most recent generations have known far more heartbreak than would really be considered fair for most other teams.
    Kyle Feldscher, CNN Money, 14 June 2026
  • The first World Cup match on American soil in more than a generation and the start of a tournament that has the potential to alter the direction of soccer in this country for the next generation.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 13 June 2026

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“Subgroup.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/subgroup. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.

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