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multiple factors

British

plural noun

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

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For now, the biological cause of GLP-1 resistance remains unclear and is likely influenced by multiple factors.

From Science Daily • Apr. 12, 2026

VPN speeds depend on multiple factors — some of which are out of the VPN provider’s hands, such as your local network conditions.

From Salon • Mar. 13, 2026

“Investors’ lack of enthusiasm is down to multiple factors, including a track history of mega buyouts going sour and not delivering their promised returns,” she says.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 5, 2025

She added there were "multiple factors" driving demand for gold, including central banks continuing to purchase it.

From BBC • Mar. 14, 2025

While the multiple factors in wheat seem to be different, those reported by East and Shull appear to be merely duplicates.

From Applied Eugenics by Popenoe, Paul

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