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
Here are some of the building blocks that can contribute to a healthy self-esteem and tips for how to nurture them in your children.
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Dr. Susan Buttross/american Academy Of Pediatrics, Boston Herald, 23 Mar. 2025
It was long thought that only simple microbes had mastered a chemical conversion reaction that helps create some of the essential building blocks of life.
—Ari Daniel, NPR, 18 Mar. 2025
His development has been key for the Pelicans after Murphy inked a four-year, $112 million extension last summer that cemented him as one of the building blocks in New Orleans as the team begins to make some adjustments around star forward Zion Williamson.
—William Guillory, The Athletic, 17 Mar. 2025
These foods deliver adequate amounts of all nine of the essential amino acids – or protein building blocks – that our bodies need but can't make on their own, Blechman said.
—Perri Ormont Blumberg Fox News, Fox News, 21 Mar. 2025
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Dr. Susan Buttross/american Academy Of Pediatrics, Boston Herald, 23 Mar. 2025
It was long thought that only simple microbes had mastered a chemical conversion reaction that helps create some of the essential building blocks of life.
—Ari Daniel, NPR, 18 Mar. 2025
His development has been key for the Pelicans after Murphy inked a four-year, $112 million extension last summer that cemented him as one of the building blocks in New Orleans as the team begins to make some adjustments around star forward Zion Williamson.
—William Guillory, The Athletic, 17 Mar. 2025
These foods deliver adequate amounts of all nine of the essential amino acids – or protein building blocks – that our bodies need but can't make on their own, Blechman said.
—Perri Ormont Blumberg Fox News, Fox News, 21 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for building block
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Lee, 78, has support from seven of eight Oakland City Council members, along with a wide array of California legislators and former city mayors, including Libby Schaaf, who supported Taylor during his unsuccessful bid for the office in 2022.—
Shomik Mukherjee,
Mercury News,
29 Mar. 2025
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Amazon Prime members can access exclusive deals during the week.—
Nora Colomer,
FOXNews.com,
29 Mar. 2025
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Even American automakers source many of their components from abroad, meaning the tax hike—set to begin in April—could drive up production costs, limit vehicle availability, and reduce overall sales.—
Paul Du Quenoy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Mar. 2025
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That’s not to say the Broncos should completely ignore the positional need component.—
Nick Kosmider,
New York Times,
27 Mar. 2025
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For investors who can’t resist the allure of a beat-the-market scheme, our table offers, reluctantly, factor funds in a few different flavors.—
William Baldwin,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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Related article Adults may want to consider revisiting their childhood hobbies, according to a psychologist Addressing the 17 factors can reduce people’s risk for all three conditions.—
Kristen Rogers,
CNN Money,
4 Apr. 2025
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Given the setting, the team sought to ensure minimal impact to the surrounding environment for the temporary space, which will be open through April 11 and channels elements of Najdi architecture and craftsmanship.—
Naomi Rougeau,
Robb Report,
31 Mar. 2025
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Of course, Kallenbach considers every element when mixing and kneading, including texture and flavor, and how the final product will come together.—
Olivia Lee,
Charlotte Observer,
31 Mar. 2025
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Still, drugstore conditioners stand out because of their affordable prices, which usually result from more straightforward, less expensive ingredients compared to pricier bottles.—
Annie Blackman,
Allure,
28 Mar. 2025
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Key Ingredients for Watergate Cake Watergate cake calls for a few pantry staples and some surprising other ingredients for its flavor and fluffy texture: White cake mix: Use your favorite brand.—
Marianne Williams,
Southern Living,
28 Mar. 2025
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“Building block.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/building%20block. Accessed 10 Apr. 2025.
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