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factor

[fak-ter] / ˈfæk tər /


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The death of Franklin’s young son, Frances, from smallpox was a prime factor in his ardent support of inoculation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

"We're changing that reality, we're trying to reduce that pull factor."

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

Another factor in the downward revision to the NAR forecast was that sales in the January-March quarter were a disappointment, Yun said.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 13, 2026

High blood pressure affects about 1 in 3 adults in the UK and is a major risk factor for serious health problems, including heart attacks, strokes, and death if not properly managed.

From Science Daily • Apr. 13, 2026

I ask you to please consider that factor, in fact I beg you.

From "Nine Stories" by J. D. Salinger




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