1
as in component
one of the parts that make up a whole
a free press is an essential element of a democracy
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2
as in principles
elements plural
general or basic truths on which other truths or theories can be based
the elements of mathematics can be traced back to Euclid
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3
as in area
a region of activity, knowledge, or influence
she felt a bit out of her element in the mathematics section of the exam
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Recent Examples of element
The show has contained stories – one crime plays out over two episodes –and there are lighthearted elements and something comforting about the cluttered antiquarian bookshop, situated in a picture-perfect historic London lane.
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Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 7 Mar. 2025
Rows of small trees and bushes are wrapped snugly in covers to protect them from the elements.
—Dionne Searcey, New York Times, 23 Feb. 2025
The episode featured all the elements of the new political order.
—Jonathan Blitzer, The New Yorker, 23 Feb. 2025
One of the show’s most striking elements is its balance between spectacle and intimacy.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 22 Feb. 2025
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Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 7 Mar. 2025
Rows of small trees and bushes are wrapped snugly in covers to protect them from the elements.
—Dionne Searcey, New York Times, 23 Feb. 2025
The episode featured all the elements of the new political order.
—Jonathan Blitzer, The New Yorker, 23 Feb. 2025
One of the show’s most striking elements is its balance between spectacle and intimacy.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 22 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for element
Noun
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The work included fitting such go-fast components as a Crower billet crankshaft, Manley titanium valves, an LSM custom camshaft, Kaase Boss cylinder heads, and a McLeod clutch and flywheel for the Tremec T56 Magnum six-speed manual transmission.—
Howard Walker,
Robb Report,
3 Mar. 2025
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Base rates are a major component of electricity bills that also include other charges for things like hurricane repairs and fuel.—
Emily L. Mahoney,
Orlando Sentinel,
3 Mar. 2025
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These changes were largely driven by territorial disputes as the United States expanded westward, with areas shifting between different territories and future states.—
Ross Rosenfeld,
Newsweek,
26 Feb. 2025
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Compher’s production has dipped a bit this season, but his profile is quite similar to Copp’s as a hard-nosed, responsible center who can play in the hard areas of the ice and provide complementary offense.—
Max Bultman,
The Athletic,
26 Feb. 2025
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External factors can also drive job search rejection.—
Caroline Castrillon,
Forbes,
27 Feb. 2025
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Experts speaking to Newsweek have shared their fears that the rates of vaccination, among other factors, could make the recent measles outbreak more likely to grow.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
27 Feb. 2025
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Losses per share widened to 64 cents on a diluted basis, from 3 cents in the year-earlier quarter.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
27 Feb. 2025
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Operating profit, meanwhile, soared 49.5% and 55% on a reported and underlying basis respectively, to £2.9 million and £2.5 billion.—
Royston Wild,
Forbes,
27 Feb. 2025
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This takes us into the AI ethics realm, too, and the legal side of AI as well.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes,
5 Mar. 2025
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Despite the strict guidelines that steer her work into the realm of propaganda, her work is something beyond commercial art.—
Lauren LeBlanc,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Mar. 2025
Noun
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To combat this, Buechner recommends shampoos that contain DHT-blockers and stimulating ingredients to create the best conditions for hair growth.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
4 Mar. 2025
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The ingredients are tossed with the seasoning blend and added in three intervals based on their cooking times.—
Jessica Saari Christensen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Mar. 2025
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The reasons for this have nothing to do with grammar.—
Rutvik Desai,
The Conversation,
26 Feb. 2025
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This interview has been lightly edited for grammar and clarity.—
Jia H. Jung,
The Mercury News,
25 Feb. 2025
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Here’s Where Trump Is Winning—And Losing—In Court Specialized AI research agents are another development in this market, focusing on domains where literature searches are time-consuming.—
Gil Press,
Forbes,
27 Feb. 2025
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The White House feels access to limited areas like the Oval Office and Air Force One shouldn't be guaranteed to a select few legacy outlets — but instead should be opened up to include both MAGA voices, and other new or niche nonpartisan publications with more domain expertise.—
Axios,
Axios,
26 Feb. 2025
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“Element.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/element. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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