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multiple factors

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plural noun

genetics two or more genes that act as a unit, producing cumulative effects in the phenotype

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multiple factors

"The match-ups are always interesting for both men and women, but there are multiple factors for us to make the choice," Mauresmo said earlier on Monday.

From BBC ● Jun. 1, 2026

That failure can be attributed to multiple factors besides Johnson’s performance.

From Salon ● May 27, 2026

These types of questions often involve nuance, with multiple factors influencing whether a hypothesis is supported.

From Science Daily ● Mar. 17, 2026

“In recent years, affected by multiple factors such as an economic downturn, Mianchi County has encountered unprecedented difficulties,” the county government wrote in response to one message from a substitute teacher in September.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 23, 2025

This leads to the conception of multiple factors.

From Applied Eugenics by Paul Popenoe

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