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factor

[fak-ter] / ˈfæk tər /


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Their rivalry has been a big factor in the heavyweight landscape for years without ever delivering the fight that British boxing craves.

From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026

This approach allows you to factor in travel and experiences while still being fiscally responsible.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 11, 2026

Frankly, it was a factor behind my own exit from dairy farming, and the shortage of help is also a big deterrent for young people hoping to become farmers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

Bond markets aren’t nearly as effusive, however, and that could be a crucial factor in establishing the rally’s longevity as the unofficial start of the first-quarter earnings season begins next week.

From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026

Not only do they drop the egg from three stories up, but they also have a point system for things like bounce factor and aerodynamic design.

From "The Science of Breakable Things" by Tae Keller




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