figure in
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Include, add in. For example, Did you figure in the travel expense?
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Play a part in, as in His speaking ability definitely figured in his being chosen for the lead , or Their reduced income figures in all their recent decisions .
Example Sentences
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To paraphrase Stephen Miller, surely the most instrumental figure in the Trump White House, the only thing that matters is power.
From Salon ● Jul. 26, 2026
"David's an iconic figure in our sport and our culture," he explained.
From BBC ● Jul. 20, 2026
Forbes was also a public figure in a proposal to redevelop Fisherman’s Wharf, which envisions constructing a public plaza and adding a new overlook and lighting to the wharf’s inner lagoon.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 20, 2026
It’s been a strong summer on the court for Zverev, a polarizing figure in tennis.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 12, 2026
A figure in gunmetal gray skirts spoke in a hushed but blaring tone to the room in general.
From "Secrets at Sea" by Richard Peck
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