
Consist
Fixed Structure
Used with 'of' to list ingredients or components.

A sandwich consists of bread, cheese, and ham.
Complete Composition
Implies that nothing else is included outside the list provided.

The committee consists solely of experts.
Not For Actions
Not used when describing actions or processes.

The festival consists of food stalls and music, not 'consists in dancing'.
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