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as in theme
a major object of interest or concern (as in a discussion or artistic composition)
the motif of mute figures standing in lonely isolation is a recurrent one in the artist's works
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Recent Examples of motif
Guests are greeted by an oversized bunny figure in signature Missoni motifs, while the shop’s interior mirrors the lagoon’s palette with rich blues and sandy neutrals—echoing distinct Missoni Resort Club vibes.
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Jenn Rice, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2025
The upper half is embellished with 18-karat white gold sculpted into the image of a lotus flower, which is a recurring motif of the Imperiale.
—Nancy Olson, Forbes.com, 28 July 2025
The Chinese jewelry brand was founded in 2009 and is popular among younger consumers for its distinctive designs, including ancient coin pendants and lotus motifs.
—Victoria Yeo,evelyn Cheng, CNBC, 28 July 2025
Osbourne performed nine tracks in total at the event while sat on an epic black throne decorated with a motif of a bat.
—Thomas Smith, Billboard, 23 July 2025
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Jenn Rice, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2025
The upper half is embellished with 18-karat white gold sculpted into the image of a lotus flower, which is a recurring motif of the Imperiale.
—Nancy Olson, Forbes.com, 28 July 2025
The Chinese jewelry brand was founded in 2009 and is popular among younger consumers for its distinctive designs, including ancient coin pendants and lotus motifs.
—Victoria Yeo,evelyn Cheng, CNBC, 28 July 2025
Osbourne performed nine tracks in total at the event while sat on an epic black throne decorated with a motif of a bat.
—Thomas Smith, Billboard, 23 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for motif
Noun
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Funny, joyous, incredibly moving, Passing Strange touches on several of Lee’s favorite themes (race, family) but his underrated gift for working with actors is on full display here.—
Tim Grierson,
Vulture,
16 Aug. 2025
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That has been the theme during English sides’ pre-season campaigns too, with Arsenal’s 15-year-old midfielder Max Dowman and 16-year-old Liverpool winger Rio Ngumoha impressing.—
The Athletic UK Staff,
New York Times,
16 Aug. 2025
Noun
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According to troopers, the driver of a Dodge Durango veered into an active construction pattern and hit a worker in the center median.—
Stephen Underwood,
Hartford Courant,
16 Aug. 2025
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The pattern is unmistakable: Trump approaches these encounters like a real estate developer staging a property showing, focused on creating an atmosphere of possibility rather than nailing down concrete commitments.—
Bobby Ghosh,
Time,
16 Aug. 2025
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These are similar to the topics the Biden-era FAA was looking at last year.—
Stephen Clark,
ArsTechnica,
14 Aug. 2025
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With athletes still waiting for their paydays, the topic remains a core issue.—
Cory Mull,
Forbes.com,
13 Aug. 2025
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In addition to their wide design and comfy soles, the upper material of the sneakers is made from breathable mesh to promote airflow during activities.—
Clara McMahon,
People.com,
9 Aug. 2025
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For the Durango, customers can choose from a variety of six custom wheels, four colors for brake calipers, six exterior colors, six badge colors, five stripe designs, five interior seat colors and four seat belt colors.—
Liam Rappleye,
Freep.com,
9 Aug. 2025
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The report offers no solutions or consolations on the matter.—
Zoe Pearl,
New Yorker,
12 Aug. 2025
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The market did not have a comment on the matter and directed the Journal Sentinel to contact the Milwaukee Police Department for more information.—
Hannah Kirby,
jsonline.com,
12 Aug. 2025
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But in environments built for output, questions start to feel like friction.—
Curt Steinhorst,
Forbes.com,
20 Aug. 2025
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The question of postwar security guarantees has become the central challenge of Trump’s effort to end the conflict.—
Callum Sutherland,
Time,
19 Aug. 2025
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“Motif.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/motif. Accessed 22 Aug. 2025.
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