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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
Rachel Raposas, People.com, 12 Dec. 2024
Christmas starts early in the home of Emily Welch, home content blogger and influencer.
—Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Dec. 2024
Janelle Griffith, NBC News, 26 Nov. 2024
But Yuste wasn’t content to just write academic papers.
—Sigal Samuel, Vox, 21 Nov. 2024
Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 15 Aug. 2024
There was no grand, CGI-heavy battle sequence; combat fans had to content themselves, this season, with the Battle of Rook's Rest.
—Judy Berman, TIME, 5 Aug. 2024
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Noun
The lifestyle TikTok content creator posted a video in response to trolls on the platform making mean comments about her hair following her recent haircut.
—Rachel Raposas, People.com, 12 Dec. 2024
Christmas starts early in the home of Emily Welch, home content blogger and influencer.
—Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Dec. 2024
Adjective
Velez regularly posts content about her life as a mom of two on her TikTok account.
—Janelle Griffith, NBC News, 26 Nov. 2024
But Yuste wasn’t content to just write academic papers.
—Sigal Samuel, Vox, 21 Nov. 2024
Verb
Alas, Storm-chasers will have to content themselves to Berry's four film appearances, in the original X-Men (2000), X2: X-Men United (2003), X-Men: The Last Stand (2006), and X-Men: Days of Future Past (2014).
—Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 15 Aug. 2024
There was no grand, CGI-heavy battle sequence; combat fans had to content themselves, this season, with the Battle of Rook's Rest.
—Judy Berman, TIME, 5 Aug. 2024
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The healthcare industry finds itself at a crossroads, where none of the key players — payers, providers, or patients — are truly satisfied with the current system.Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 18 Dec. 2024
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Companies were less satisfied with current business.Holly Ellyatt, CNBC, 17 Dec. 2024
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Here are three cookie recipes that are likely to please even the pickiest eater on your Christmas list.Christine Rousselle, Fox News, 18 Dec. 2024
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Complex enough to please any Monk's regular, but still accessible to the hop-haters. 433 Fairmount Ave.; open Thursdays and Fridays 3-10pm, Saturdays 12-10pm, Sundays 12-8pm.Shane Savitsky, Axios, 12 Dec. 2024
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Despite Sickle's happy ending, there are still plenty of dogs looking for new forever homes across the country.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 17 Dec. 2024
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Bottlenose Dolphins ‘Smile’ During Playful Interactions Bottlenose dolphins are happy to engage in these many forms of play, either in solitude or with others.Scott Travers, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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But in Beverly Hills, the institutions still endure and keep finding new ways to delight their guests.Andy Wang, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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From classic comfort food to gourmet delights, these local restaurants are offering mouthwatering to-go meals that'll make your holiday season a whole lot easier (and tastier).Ana Gutierrez, Austin American-Statesman, 10 Dec. 2024
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Federal officials said the company must still satisfy certain technical, legal, environmental and financial conditions before the loan is funded.Melody Petersen, Los Angeles Times, 17 Dec. 2024
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Today, knowing that the recipes inspired by a legacy of women in her family have satisfied so many people fills her heart.Paula Soria, The Arizona Republic, 16 Dec. 2024
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Golden retriever Simba fills the ottoman at my feet and warms my toes with his heavy breath.Gwen Faulkenberry, arkansasonline.com, 19 Dec. 2024
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Europe is the continent warming the fastest, so the environmental impacts of tourism are very real, and many cruise operators are now choosing to head to the Caribbean instead of Europe, partly due to overcrowding.Alex Ledsom, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
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Unlike most killer whales that swim the world’s oceans, Southern Resident orcas stick together, gathering annually in Puget Sound to feast on salmon during the summer and fall.Mindy Weisberger, CNN, 7 Dec. 2024
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Black chefs and restauranteurs eagerly invite you to their establishments to sit down and feast or grab food to go.Essence, Essence, 6 Dec. 2024
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Narcissistic bosses have a habit of rewriting history to suit their narrative.Mark Murphy, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
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Levin basically doesn’t cook anymore, finding that his talents are better suited to the cleanup aspect of things.Charlotte Collins, Architectural Digest, 17 Dec. 2024
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“Content.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/content. Accessed 24 Dec. 2024.
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