as in member
one of the parts that make up a whole
historically the infantry division has been a basic building block of armies
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Recent Examples of building block
Mood Changes Amino acids—the building blocks of proteins—are essential for producing mood-regulating neurotransmitters (brain chemicals) like serotonin and norepinephrine.
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Colleen Doherty, Verywell Health, 18 Dec. 2024
The result is an organization ready for uncertainty; each building block opens the door to greater strategic agility.
—Shivali Kukreja, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
We are committed to equipping students with the tools to use it effectively and responsibly so that the building blocks of their education are in place.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 8 Dec. 2024
The trouble is that their elementary building blocks, called qubits, are exceedingly sensitive to disturbance from the outside world.
—Ben Brubaker, Quanta Magazine, 9 Dec. 2024
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Colleen Doherty, Verywell Health, 18 Dec. 2024
The result is an organization ready for uncertainty; each building block opens the door to greater strategic agility.
—Shivali Kukreja, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
We are committed to equipping students with the tools to use it effectively and responsibly so that the building blocks of their education are in place.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 8 Dec. 2024
The trouble is that their elementary building blocks, called qubits, are exceedingly sensitive to disturbance from the outside world.
—Ben Brubaker, Quanta Magazine, 9 Dec. 2024
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He was located by members of The U.S. Marshals Violent Fugitive Task Force in Puerto Rico on Nov. 23 and taken into custody.Staff Reports, Hartford Courant, 29 Dec. 2024
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In total, Forbes estimates the 26-year-old superstar—recently honored as a member of the 2025 Forbes 30 Under 30 list in the sports category—earns $13 million annually before taxes and agent fees from this robust collection of business endeavors.Justin Birnbaum, Forbes, 29 Dec. 2024
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The firm is also testing new color components to reduce the use of chemical binders and focusing on alternative finishing products.Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 30 Dec. 2024
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The spine serves as the architectural cornerstone of the human body, providing biomechanical support and protecting the spinal cord—a critical component of the central nervous system responsible for transmitting neurological signals from the brain to the rest of the body.Richard Menger MD MPA, Forbes, 1 Jan. 2025
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Interest rates can vary significantly by credit card and cardholder since your credit history is a factor.Ryley Amond, CNBC, 23 Dec. 2024
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Rising living costs in major cities, intense workplace demands and shifting attitudes among younger generations are frequently cited as factors behind the decline.Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
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Other elements of good sleep hygiene include not using screens before sleep and optimizing your sleep environment with a cool, quiet and dark place.Katia Hetter, CNN, 19 Dec. 2024
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It is built using existing elements, resulting in fewer raw materials, a move that keeps with Balenciaga’s commitment to sustainability.Jean E. Palmieri, WWD, 19 Dec. 2024
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Add some kumquat or lime juice to the shrimp paste to balance things out, then feel free to dip any combination of ingredients into the sauce.Christina Liao, Vogue, 27 Dec. 2024
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The Paula’s Choice Pro-Collagen Peptide Plumping Moisturizer features ingredients that deliver long-lasting hydration while promoting collagen, elastin, and protein production to plump the skin and improve elasticity and bounce visibly.Julia Teti, WWD, 27 Dec. 2024
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“Building block.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/building%20block. Accessed 5 Jan. 2025.
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