as in structure
the arrangement of parts that gives something its basic form
the nonlinear architecture of the novel reflects a postmodern sensibility
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Recent Examples of architecture
From the architecture of buildings and placement of ATMs to the design of casino carpets—all of it exemplifies strategic calculation.
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Daniel Roman, WIRED, 13 Feb. 2025
Designed by El Paso architecture firm Exigo, the center’s horizontal terra-cotta panels and bronze facade create a harmonious relationship with the neighboring El Paso Museum of History.
—Sunshine Flint, AFAR Media, 13 Feb. 2025
Montréal is known for its French culture and food, historic architecture, and variety of activities.
—Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 13 Feb. 2025
Last year, Balvin launched the creative design studio Vita Veloce Team in collaboration with Italian designer Matias Gollin, further expanding his artistic vision into design, art, architecture and innovation.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 5 Feb. 2025
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Daniel Roman, WIRED, 13 Feb. 2025
Designed by El Paso architecture firm Exigo, the center’s horizontal terra-cotta panels and bronze facade create a harmonious relationship with the neighboring El Paso Museum of History.
—Sunshine Flint, AFAR Media, 13 Feb. 2025
Montréal is known for its French culture and food, historic architecture, and variety of activities.
—Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 13 Feb. 2025
Last year, Balvin launched the creative design studio Vita Veloce Team in collaboration with Italian designer Matias Gollin, further expanding his artistic vision into design, art, architecture and innovation.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 5 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for architecture
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It’s also reinforced with water-resistant cedar battens that help the roof blend into the larger structure.—
Shea Simmons,
People.com,
22 Feb. 2025
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However, the project is still far from the $28-million goal for a new standalone structure.—
Hema Sivanandam,
The Mercury News,
22 Feb. 2025
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In fact, research has shown that our brains are better equipped to retain information when it’s presented in a narrative framework; stories are found to engage and help create meaningful connections more so than when the same information is handed over in facts or data.—
Jenna Guarneri,
Forbes,
19 Feb. 2025
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But Arab leaders will only support a framework that at least nominally forges a path toward Palestinian statehood.—
Patrick Kingsley,
New York Times,
19 Feb. 2025
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For instance, challenges remain in developing the charging infrastructure needed to support the growing number of EVs on U.S. roadways.—
Mark Maynard,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
17 Feb. 2025
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Obviously, this process will require a lot of infrastructure, like harvesters, separators, high-temperature reaction chambers, and more.—
John Timmer,
Ars Technica,
17 Feb. 2025
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“Architecture.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/architecture. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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