as in principles
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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Recent Examples of elements
Some of the stream's elements worked, but it was still plagued by technical mishaps.
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Kaycee Sloan, The Enquirer, 24 Dec. 2024
But what stood out the most about the whole look was none of these elements.
—María Munsuri, Glamour, 24 Dec. 2024
In addition to identifying the main elements of a settlement, the United States needs a plan for getting there.
—Samuel Charap, Foreign Affairs, 24 Dec. 2024
Furthermore, affecting the stability of the cryptocurrency market could be macroeconomic elements including inflation rates, devaluation of currencies, or market collapse.
—Jim Osman, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Some of the rules, like only having one serve, should also give tennis pause for thought about whether there are elements of UTS that would work well on the main tour.
—Charlie Eccleshare, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
Considering these elements, MicroStrategy's decision to keep investing in Bitcoin runs a lot of possible risks that, if not carefully controlled, could compromise the company's long-term survival and financial balance.
—Jim Osman, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Yes, there are some cheesy elements and the film's action is frequently over-the-top—but not any more so than countless other hugely popular action movies, particularly those from the 1980s and 1990s.
—Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica, 24 Dec. 2024
Make sure to rinse off your hair mask with cool water for extra protection to lock in moisture, as this closes the hair cuticle, sealing in the hydrating elements.
—Felicity Carter, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
Kaycee Sloan, The Enquirer, 24 Dec. 2024
But what stood out the most about the whole look was none of these elements.
—María Munsuri, Glamour, 24 Dec. 2024
In addition to identifying the main elements of a settlement, the United States needs a plan for getting there.
—Samuel Charap, Foreign Affairs, 24 Dec. 2024
Furthermore, affecting the stability of the cryptocurrency market could be macroeconomic elements including inflation rates, devaluation of currencies, or market collapse.
—Jim Osman, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Some of the rules, like only having one serve, should also give tennis pause for thought about whether there are elements of UTS that would work well on the main tour.
—Charlie Eccleshare, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
Considering these elements, MicroStrategy's decision to keep investing in Bitcoin runs a lot of possible risks that, if not carefully controlled, could compromise the company's long-term survival and financial balance.
—Jim Osman, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Yes, there are some cheesy elements and the film's action is frequently over-the-top—but not any more so than countless other hugely popular action movies, particularly those from the 1980s and 1990s.
—Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica, 24 Dec. 2024
Make sure to rinse off your hair mask with cool water for extra protection to lock in moisture, as this closes the hair cuticle, sealing in the hydrating elements.
—Felicity Carter, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
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“Elements.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/elements. Accessed 17 Jan. 2025.
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