as in core
the central part or aspect of something under consideration
resolution of the original dispute became the centerpiece of the negotiations
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Recent Examples of centerpiece
Rodgers was a centerpiece in Colorado, the player people approached to introduce themselves.
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Chandler Rome, New York Times, 4 Apr. 2025
The big picture: Republicans made the issue of trans women playing women's sports a centerpiece of their 2024 campaign blueprint.
—Alex Isenstadt, Axios, 3 Apr. 2025
Trump has made the war on woke a centerpiece of his early weeks in office.
—Suzanne Nossel, Twin Cities, 3 Apr. 2025
The 18-year-old is a true centerpiece for a rebuilding franchise and is second in rookie scoring — only two points behind Montreal defender Lane Hutson — with 52 points in 58 games.
—Hailey Salvian, New York Times, 27 Mar. 2025
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Chandler Rome, New York Times, 4 Apr. 2025
The big picture: Republicans made the issue of trans women playing women's sports a centerpiece of their 2024 campaign blueprint.
—Alex Isenstadt, Axios, 3 Apr. 2025
Trump has made the war on woke a centerpiece of his early weeks in office.
—Suzanne Nossel, Twin Cities, 3 Apr. 2025
The 18-year-old is a true centerpiece for a rebuilding franchise and is second in rookie scoring — only two points behind Montreal defender Lane Hutson — with 52 points in 58 games.
—Hailey Salvian, New York Times, 27 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for centerpiece
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No matter how someone is playing Minecraft, the core appeal is in its infinite freedom.—
Issy van der Velde,
Rolling Stone,
5 Apr. 2025
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In any event, the first quarter moon in Cancer encourages you to take action toward your emotional stability while considering your core values.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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That, in essence, is Thibodeau’s basketball religion: Selfless basketball rooted in read-and-react execution.—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
6 Apr. 2025
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In essence, Hoyer’s fate is likely tied to the Tucker acquisition.—
Paul Sullivan,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Apr. 2025
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He’s done so much for the organization, given his heart and soul to it and building a culture that’s respected.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
10 Apr. 2025
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Madison Square Garden buzzed with anticipation, hearts warmed by nostalgia.—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
9 Apr. 2025
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Officials haven't announced a probable root cause for the launch failure in March.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
3 Apr. 2025
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For example, companies are offering products like probiotics for the gut-skin axis or anti-inflammatory serums aiming to address root causes.—
Wayne Liu,
Forbes.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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The initial test went well: the team successfully popped a single kernel wrapped in aluminum foil with a ten-watt laser.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
2 Apr. 2025
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Indian atta is stone-ground, meaning the wheat kernels are crushed between millstones into a fine powder.—
Shilpa Uskokovic,
Bon Appétit,
13 Mar. 2025
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Wimbley had a team-high 22 points and 11 rebounds in the game.—
Gary Curreri,
Sun Sentinel,
28 Mar. 2025
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Read more: Warriors' Steve Kerr Offers Massive Update on Steph Curry Following Scary Injury Curry has been great for the Warriors this season, averaging 24.1 points, 4.3 rebounds, 6.0 assists, and 1.1 steals per game.—
Paul Du Quenoy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 Mar. 2025
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“Centerpiece.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/centerpiece. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.
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