constitute
The word constitute means the act of forming or making up something from different elements or pieces to create a whole or new entity. Examples:
- The U.S., Canada, and Mexico constitute USMCA, which replaced NAFTA.
- Working-age adults constitute the largest portion of uninsured Americans.
- Sixteen ingredients constitute this amazing recipe.
- Three key Supreme Court decisions constitute the guiding principles for journalists regarding libel.
Do not confuse with constitute or comprise, consist of.
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