consist of something phrasal verb [not in progressive] (see also consist)
to be formed from two or more things or people:
The buffet consisted of several different Indian dishes.
consist mainly/largely/primarily of somebody/something
The audience consisted mainly of teenagers.
consist entirely/solely of somebody/something
The area does not consist entirely of rich people, despite popular belief.
► Do not say that something ‘is consisted of’ or ‘consists’ things or people. Say that it consists of things or people.

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