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as in topic
a major object of interest or concern (as in a discussion or artistic composition)
although I appreciate the poem's lyrical qualities, I don't understand its content
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as in coverage
the amount of something (as subject matter) included
judging from the table of contents, I'd have to say that this book covers most of the major topics in American history
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as in meaning
the idea that is conveyed or intended to be conveyed to the mind by language, symbol, or action
the speech was filled with fine words but devoid of any real content
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as in enjoyment
the feeling experienced when one's wishes are met
slept to her heart's content on weekends
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as in satisfied
feeling that one's needs or desires have been met
are you content with your present salary?
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as in to please
to give satisfaction to
a person easily contented by life's simple pleasures
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Recent Examples of content
Charlotte Phillipp, People.com, 18 Apr. 2025
That’s why people are leaving Maryland — for places where the systems are fair, the roads are maintained and the priorities are based on facts that make sense.
— Tim Smith, Glen Burnie
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—Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 18 Apr. 2025
John W. Dean, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Apr. 2025
There’s a foot-stomping grin of a heartbeat to John’s piano riffs, too, content but happy.
—Shana Naomi Krochmal, Vulture, 4 Apr. 2025
Malcolm Hillgartner Krish Seenivasan Ted Blaisdell, New York Times, 10 Feb. 2025
English had bogeys on two of his first five holes, steadied himself with a birdie on the par-5 sixth hole, then contented himself with 12 straight pars the remainder of the round.
—Kirk Kenney, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Jan. 2025
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Noun
Download it now for the most binge-worthy celeb content, exclusive video clips, astrology updates and more!
—Charlotte Phillipp, People.com, 18 Apr. 2025
That’s why people are leaving Maryland — for places where the systems are fair, the roads are maintained and the priorities are based on facts that make sense.
— Tim Smith, Glen Burnie
Add your voice: Respond to this piece or other Sun content by submitting your own letter.
—Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 18 Apr. 2025
Adjective
Not content with explaining his reading of the green, Nicklaus demonstrated the execution of a 10-foot putt following that reading.
—John W. Dean, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Apr. 2025
There’s a foot-stomping grin of a heartbeat to John’s piano riffs, too, content but happy.
—Shana Naomi Krochmal, Vulture, 4 Apr. 2025
Verb
While other conservative youth groups had contented themselves with offering up celebrity speakers, Kirk’s group was training and even funding student-government candidates, as a kind of PAC for youngsters.
—Malcolm Hillgartner Krish Seenivasan Ted Blaisdell, New York Times, 10 Feb. 2025
English had bogeys on two of his first five holes, steadied himself with a birdie on the par-5 sixth hole, then contented himself with 12 straight pars the remainder of the round.
—Kirk Kenney, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Jan. 2025
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Adjective
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But users reporting a parking violation are satisfied only 23% of the time, and those reporting a streetlight problem just 28%.—
David Garrick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
22 Apr. 2025
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The distorted memories actually helped some wives feel more satisfied with their current relationship, suggesting that our brains sometimes rewrite the past to make the present more tolerable, or more meaningful.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
20 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Both candidates will be forced to emphasize their conservative credentials in a bid to please Republican primary voters, which could provide an opening for their eventual Democratic challenger.—
Raja Krishnamoorthi,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Apr. 2025
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Chef Garofalo’s menu is clearly composed to please all of them, full of classic dishes like French onion soup and salade Niçoise along with American favorites like lobster rolls as well as steak au poivre and the Pierre burger.—
John Mariani,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Adopting it for use cases that support human workers, rather than attempting to replace them, is likely to lead to happier, less stressed and ultimately more productive employees.—
Bernard Marr,
Forbes.com,
22 Apr. 2025
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Larry David doesn't sound happy about Bill Maher's dinner with President Donald Trump.—
Brendan Morrow,
USA Today,
22 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Founded in 1970 by Erwin Little and his wife, Diane, the family-run business has delighted generations with its handcrafted, high-quality chocolates.—
Tammy Ljungblad,
Kansas City Star,
17 Apr. 2025
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The video has delighted internet users, leading to more than 621,300 views and 48,500 likes on TikTok at the time of writing.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Apr. 2025
Verb
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During a hearing on Monday, Sweeney expressed skepticism that the 24 hours notice that the administration had pledged to provide would satisfy the U.S. Supreme Court's April 7 order requiring migrants be given the opportunity to challenge their removals in court.—
Luc Cohen,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 2025
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Each sandwich is crafted with 100 percent real butter, the best real cheese, fresh-baked bread and real garlic for a crispy, cheesy, satisfying bite every time.—
Ross Rosenfeld,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 Apr. 2025
Verb
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These points of no return are specific moments when the planet has warmed so much that certain effects become irreversible.—
Doyle Rice,
USA Today,
24 Apr. 2025
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This rich deep gold whisky smells immediately like sandalwood, warming nutmeg and all-spice with further green wood earthiness leads to vanilla and marzipan notes.—
Amber Love Bond,
Forbes.com,
22 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The Warriors feasted in that game against any Grizzlies lineup that featured Santi Aldama.—
Anthony Slater,
New York Times,
14 Apr. 2025
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Contrast this with today’s reality: isolated vendors, running alone, while attackers feast on the gaps.—
Camellia Chan,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
Verb
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With a stop at the Time 100 Summit, Meghan spoke to a rapt audience in a breezy tan Ralph Lauren suit just in time for the city's springtime thaw.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
25 Apr. 2025
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Today’s intelligent systems process a rich array of user information—from online activity and shopping records to social network behavior—to generate interactions suited to each individual’s tastes.—
Vaibhav Kakkar,
Forbes.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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“Content.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/content. Accessed 28 Apr. 2025.
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