- present tense form of constitute (3rd person singular).
constitutes
Example Sentences
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The definition for what constitutes a liminal space has been debated, but most are sparsely populated and vaguely retro.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026
"This constitutes a wound in Christian memory," he said of the Church's record.
From BBC • May 27, 2026
The trio of mega listings, each eyeing valuations around $1 trillion or more, constitutes a heady period of elevated risk and reward.
From Barron's • May 17, 2026
You know what constitutes a winning formula in today’s NBA?
From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026
The placing of your name in the goblet constitutes a binding, magical contract.
From "Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire" by J. K. Rowling
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