portion
noun
a part of any whole, either separated from or integrated with it.
portions
Example Sentences
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This ability is particularly remarkable because the snakes accomplish it without a mechanical separation between the rotating and stabilized portions of their bodies.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 24, 2026
Littlejohn recovered portions of the fruit, then tracked down Chantrelle’s vomit-stained sheets and clothes.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 23, 2026
As part of that settlement, Meta agreed to make significant changes to Facebook and Instagram accounts used by teenagers, and portions of the settlement hinge on other major social media companies agreeing to similar changes.
From Barron's ● Oct. 21, 2026
Horvath, who represents large portions of the Westside and Valley, plans to discuss her endorsement during an appearance with Raman on Tuesday.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 20, 2026
The protection ritual would reshape portions of that field, reweaving the net into a barrier around their camp.
From "Huntress" by Malinda Lo
