1
as in library
an organized group of objects acquired and maintained for study, exhibition, or personal pleasure
his stamp collection has become quite valuable
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2
as in accumulation
a mass or quantity that has piled up or that has been gathered over a period of time
a collection of lint underneath the dryer
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as in batch
a number of things considered as a unit
the historic village boasts an interesting collection of gift shops and antique stores
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Recent Examples of collection
Last month, Mayor Mamdani announced the collection of $9 million in idling fines from Amazon, almost all based on videos sent by ordinary New Yorkers.
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Chris Hartmann, New York Daily News, 16 June 2026
Drake Father's Day collection in New York City on June 11.
—Brendan Le, PEOPLE, 16 June 2026
At the same time, Michel Reybier Hospitality Group was looking to expand La Réserve collection internationally, with Italy among its top priorities.
—Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 16 June 2026
Just in time for the 2026 World Cup, 4AD has collaborated with New York brand Full Kit on a collection of football jerseys inspired by the label’s classic releases.
—Kiana Mickles, Pitchfork, 28 May 2026
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Chris Hartmann, New York Daily News, 16 June 2026
Drake Father's Day collection in New York City on June 11.
—Brendan Le, PEOPLE, 16 June 2026
At the same time, Michel Reybier Hospitality Group was looking to expand La Réserve collection internationally, with Italy among its top priorities.
—Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 16 June 2026
Just in time for the 2026 World Cup, 4AD has collaborated with New York brand Full Kit on a collection of football jerseys inspired by the label’s classic releases.
—Kiana Mickles, Pitchfork, 28 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for collection
Noun
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Exclusive, ad-free access to the Big Think+ class library can be found here.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
18 June 2026
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The partnership, unveiled at the APOS conference in Bali, will fold ReelShort’s library of soapy, bite-sized dramas into Globe’s offering for Filipino customers.—
Patrick Brzeski,
HollywoodReporter,
18 June 2026
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Without that, faster shipping just means faster accumulation of code nobody has actually owned.—
Scott Breitenother,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
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Seeing the accumulation of other people’s innermost desires in the trees — and given that the wishes are uncovered — lends the work an openness and accessibility that can be therapeutic, Loyer said.—
Deborah Vankin,
Los Angeles Times,
10 June 2026
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This batch of grants is the eighth round of the program to date.—
Sean Krofssik,
Hartford Courant,
17 June 2026
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Vulcan had previously been lined up to have already sent up its first Amazon Leo batch.—
Richard Tribou,
The Orlando Sentinel,
17 June 2026
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Throughout his career, the multidisciplinary artist experimented with various mediums, ranging from painting and photography to assemblages, even employing digital technologies like the iPad.—
Annabelle Dufraigne,
Architectural Digest,
12 June 2026
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Surrounding sculptures, assemblages and brightly colored forms make the space feel part sanctuary, part dreamscape.—
Michelle F. Solomon,
Miami Herald,
11 June 2026
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The scenes echoed earlier playoff celebrations, including a massive watch-party gathering of roughly 7,000 people in Bryant Park during Game 2 that turned violent and destructive, according to a law enforcement official.—
Alaa Elassar,
CNN Money,
14 June 2026
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Unvaccinated people who may have been exposed are urged to quarantine, avoid large gatherings and watch for fever, cough, rash or red eyes for up to three weeks.—
Connor Sheets,
Los Angeles Times,
14 June 2026
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After dark on Thursday, Venus will be close to the Beehive Cluster — an open cluster of 100 stars — with binoculars allowing both to be seen in the same field of view.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
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Families, friend groups and couples are huddled in clusters, scrolling on phones or taking pictures of the Italian restaurant’s red signage that boasts a history dating to 1956.—
Chris Gardner,
HollywoodReporter,
18 June 2026
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Each sister influenced a different section of the assortment, which Quay developed to reflect their individual styles while still reading as one family offering.—
Maggie Clancy,
Footwear News,
14 June 2026
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Looking ahead Beyond the fidgets that make up the majority of their inventory, Victoria Essie Studio still sells an assortment of earrings and homewares like trinket dishes and coasters.—
Jennifer Liu
Valentina Duarte,
CNBC,
14 June 2026
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Then set the crumb mixture in the freezer until ready to bake.—
Ella Field,
Better Homes & Gardens,
16 June 2026
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Sprinkle flour evenly over mixture and stir until no dry bits of flour remain.—
Kelly Brant,
Arkansas Online,
16 June 2026
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“Collection.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/collection. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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