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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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For extra endurance, cover your pieces when not in use to protect them from the elements.
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Libby Monteith Minor, Southern Living, 22 Mar. 2025
Designed to be a lush, year-round oasis, this innovative space combines design elements inspired by Portland’s urban charm and tropical island retreats, bringing a slice of paradise to the city during the (in)famous Pacific Northwest rainy season.
—Stephan Rabimov, Forbes, 22 Mar. 2025
Dry elements and gusty winds mean fires could spread rapidly, the weather service said.
—Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 22 Mar. 2025
One of the guides, Hall, died from exposure to the elements while trying to get Hansen, who had grown incredibly fatigued, down the mountain.
—Samantha Stutsman, People.com, 22 Mar. 2025
Since then, some of the key elements have been incorporated into NASA's Design Reference Missions, still the primary set of plans for reaching Mars.
—Space.com Staff, Space.com, 22 Mar. 2025
Many use their house name or logo on little keepsakes like custom matchboxes and those fan-favorite frosted plastic cups as well as welcome elements like the doormat, Tervis tumblers, and linens.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 22 Mar. 2025
It is also said to have elements of a wilderness survival thriller.
—Borys Kit, The Hollywood Reporter, 21 Mar. 2025
Ross is known for incorporating unexpected elements, such as vintage baguette boards and tennis racquets, into her displays, mixing them with black-and-white photography, masks, and framed textiles.
—Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 10 Mar. 2025
Libby Monteith Minor, Southern Living, 22 Mar. 2025
Designed to be a lush, year-round oasis, this innovative space combines design elements inspired by Portland’s urban charm and tropical island retreats, bringing a slice of paradise to the city during the (in)famous Pacific Northwest rainy season.
—Stephan Rabimov, Forbes, 22 Mar. 2025
Dry elements and gusty winds mean fires could spread rapidly, the weather service said.
—Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 22 Mar. 2025
One of the guides, Hall, died from exposure to the elements while trying to get Hansen, who had grown incredibly fatigued, down the mountain.
—Samantha Stutsman, People.com, 22 Mar. 2025
Since then, some of the key elements have been incorporated into NASA's Design Reference Missions, still the primary set of plans for reaching Mars.
—Space.com Staff, Space.com, 22 Mar. 2025
Many use their house name or logo on little keepsakes like custom matchboxes and those fan-favorite frosted plastic cups as well as welcome elements like the doormat, Tervis tumblers, and linens.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 22 Mar. 2025
It is also said to have elements of a wilderness survival thriller.
—Borys Kit, The Hollywood Reporter, 21 Mar. 2025
Ross is known for incorporating unexpected elements, such as vintage baguette boards and tennis racquets, into her displays, mixing them with black-and-white photography, masks, and framed textiles.
—Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 10 Mar. 2025
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“Elements.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/elements. Accessed 28 Apr. 2025.
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