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elements

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plural of element

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 The simulated elements use a detailed 3D computer model of the same device. — Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 29 Aug. 2026 These elements give it a look grounded in Persian art, which is different from the futuristic style usually seen at Burning Man. — Jim Dobson, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026 Shows like Blues Clues, Space Ghost Coast to Coast, and Lizzie McGuire regularly mixed the mediums, while others like South Park, Family Guy, and SpongeBob SquarePants would occasionally toss in live-action elements as a goof. — James Grebey, Vulture, 28 Aug. 2026 The elements could be an even bigger factor than the UNC defense as rain and a slippery field could make life tough for Craig in the pocket and particularly with respect to extending plays. — Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 Aug. 2026 Meanwhile, fears that advances in AI will supercharge hacking campaigns are being realized as rogue elements increasingly deploy large language models to break into organizations around the world. — Reuters, NBC news, 27 Aug. 2026 La Rosa Noir fuses elements of surf, post-punk, new wave and Latin rhythms to forge a unique sound. — John D. Luerssen, SPIN, 27 Aug. 2026 Turincev said of having to redistribute expenditure and production elements when financing plans change. — Davide Abbatescianni, Variety, 27 Aug. 2026 In fact, this waste consists of a mixture of radioactive elements and their isotopes that are incredibly valuable. — David Szondy august 22, New Atlas, 22 Aug. 2026

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