1
as in portion
one of the pieces from which something is designed to be assembled
the model car came in several small parts that had to be put together
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2
as in share
something belonging to, due to, or contributed by an individual member of a group
wanted no part of the profits
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3
as in role
the action for which a person or thing is specially fitted or used or for which a thing exists
I'll do my part, so don't worry
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as in halfway
in some measure or degree
well, you're at least part right about her original name
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1
as in to separate
to go or move in different directions from a central point
after traveling together for three weeks, we parted at Rome
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2
as in to move
to leave a place often for another
parted with great ceremony but with little preparation for the dangers that lay ahead
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3
as in to divide
to set or force apart
parted the prongs with pliers
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as in to die
to stop living
before I part, I hope I have the opportunity to say my good-byes
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Recent Examples of part
Michael Schneider, Variety, 28 Mar. 2025
On April 5, disenfranchised Americans are being encouraged to protest the Trump administration's policies as part of a national movement in myriad cities, hosted by a group of older Americans called Third Act.
—Paul Du Quenoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Mar. 2025
David Allen, New York Times, 1 Feb. 2018
Jake Goodrick, Sacramento Bee, 28 Feb. 2025
Her hair was parted to one side in loose waves, displaying her silver teardrop earrings.
—Ingrid Vasquez, People.com, 28 Feb. 2025
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Noun
As part of Tascan’s new focus, the streamer has opted to discontinue plans for additional games for Netflix Stories.
—Michael Schneider, Variety, 28 Mar. 2025
On April 5, disenfranchised Americans are being encouraged to protest the Trump administration's policies as part of a national movement in myriad cities, hosted by a group of older Americans called Third Act.
—Paul Du Quenoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Mar. 2025
Adverb
François Girard’s take — part mysterious, part mystifying — on Wagner’s last opera is one of the Met’s most interesting productions of the last decade or so, and returns for the first time since its premiere in 2013.
—David Allen, New York Times, 1 Feb. 2018
Verb
Even on past rainy days, locals say, the skies seem to part for the parade itself, and resume after the festivities.
—Jake Goodrick, Sacramento Bee, 28 Feb. 2025
Her hair was parted to one side in loose waves, displaying her silver teardrop earrings.
—Ingrid Vasquez, People.com, 28 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for part
Noun
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Mary, Chrissy, Kamilla, Kyle, David, Star, and Sai (who got the advantage fast pass to the individual portion of the contest) then advanced to round two.—
Dalton Ross,
EW.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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ByteDance originally faced a Jan. 19 deadline to sell TikTok, but Trump signed an executive order instructing the attorney general to not enforce the law, granting the company 75 more days to unload the U.S. portion of its business.—
CJ Haddad,
CNBC,
2 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Nike shares fell 14%, while both Apple and Amazon lost 9% of their value.—
Scott Horsley,
NPR,
3 Apr. 2025
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While Intel's client business is returning to health, thanks in part to the upcoming 18A process node, Intel keeps losing share in the data center to AMD and has very little to show for its multi-billion-dollar investment in AI accelerators from its Habana Labs acquisition.—
Karl Freund,
Forbes.com,
3 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Indie producer Pressman Film has expanded the role of chief operating officer Paula Paizes to include oversight of all production.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
7 Apr. 2025
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Regulatory clarity will also play a significant role in shaping the future of Web3 gaming.—
Faizy Ahmed,
Forbes.com,
7 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The wild card will be where President Trump and key MAGA influencers land.—
Stef W. Kight,
Axios,
10 Apr. 2025
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Indeed, materials excavated from their land have been used to build Naples’ Piazza del Plebiscito and revive the city’s bustling streets into the industrial boom.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
9 Apr. 2025
Adverb
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As Rose says, this sign does not do things halfway—and that includes home decor.—
Isabella Milano,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 Apr. 2025
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Your ability to meet others halfway will create partnerships that improve your life and finances for the long haul!—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The sleeping space is separated from the living room and kitchen by an arched wall, making this a good option for couples who don’t fear an open plan.—
Erika Owen,
Architectural Digest,
5 Apr. 2025
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That said, a couple key differences in the eras: Goalies' gear covers more of the goal today Only a few years separate Ovechkin and Gretzky, but like any other sport, hockey equipment evolved during these four-plus decades.—
Jim Sergent,
USA Today,
5 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Eventually any discourse about his low batting average and moving him in the lineup evaporated as Judge finished with a .322 average, 58 homers and 144 RBIS, barely missing out on matching Mickey Mantle in the Triple Crown department.—
Larry Fleisher,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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Life Time is moving forward on plans to expand into Idaho.—
Rose Evans,
Idaho Statesman,
3 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The Trump administration reportedly calculated the tariff by dividing the trade deficit ($7.4 billion) by the value of imports to America ($22.2 billion) and then essentially halving the figure to reach 17%.—
Amelie Botbol,
FOXNews.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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The appeals court divided 2-1 in turning down the government's request to halt Boasberg's directive.—
Melissa Quinn,
CBS News,
7 Apr. 2025
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“Part.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/part. Accessed 13 Apr. 2025.
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