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consist
verb
be composed of
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verb
be composed of
“The land he conquered comprised several provinces”
verb
originate (in)
“The problems dwell in the social injustices in this country”
verb
be consistent in form, tenor, or character; be congruous
“Desires are to be satisfied only so far as consists with an approved end”
verb
have its essential character; be comprised or contained in; be embodied in
“The payment consists in food”
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The land he conquered comprised several provinces
What does this dish consist of?
The problems dwell in the social injustices in this country
Desires are to be satisfied only so far as consists with an approved end
The payment consists in food
What does love consist in?
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