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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Suleimani, an Arabic speaker, was a central figure in the formation of Iran’s proxy constellation.
From Los Angeles Times
The 86-year-old was a key figure in the movement that led to the overthrow of the shah in 1979 and succeeded revolutionary leader Ruhollah Khomeini as supreme leader in 1989.
Carvalho was the charismatic leader of Miami-Dade County schools, and Kerr was a well-known figure in the private sector, working for firms doing business with school systems.
From Los Angeles Times
One influential figure in United's 2-1 success that day, Matthijs de Ligt, has not played since because of a back injury.
From BBC
However, Sri Lanka managed to scrape past the figure in 15.5 overs for the loss of five wickets which saw the Black Caps progress to the knockout phase.
From BBC
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