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- The Society couldn't overlook a factor like that, even when they allowed the Markhams to adopt Ky.
p. 46.9factor = thing that affects a result or outcome
- Coming across an unknown factor in the middle of an otherwise straightforward sort just when you thought you were done.
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Definitions:
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(factor as in: It was the deciding factor.) something that affects a result or outcomeYou also may encounter x-factor or x factor--meaning "the most important thing that influences a result or outcome."
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(factor as in: factor it into your thinking) include consideration of
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(meaning too rare to warrant focus) There are many specialized meanings in fields such as mathematics, business, finance, biology, and grammar.