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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
Therein, Levinson’s awkward Western motif comes to its inevitable conclusion with a standoff between Black Hat and no hat, evil and used-to-be-good, Ali and Alamo.
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Ben Travers, IndieWire, 1 June 2026
Via a deft blend of design elements from David Yurman’s cable jewelry and its Liberty high jewelry collection, the brand accomplishes a distinctive motif.
—Roberta Naas, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
His short tells the story of a hopeful model trying out for an ad for the fictional El Dorado drink that has been a motif of this current Avalanches rollout.
—Jazz Monroe, Pitchfork, 1 June 2026
This will be a recurring motif, these kind of light rings.
—Rachel Handler, Vulture, 22 May 2026
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Ben Travers, IndieWire, 1 June 2026
Via a deft blend of design elements from David Yurman’s cable jewelry and its Liberty high jewelry collection, the brand accomplishes a distinctive motif.
—Roberta Naas, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
His short tells the story of a hopeful model trying out for an ad for the fictional El Dorado drink that has been a motif of this current Avalanches rollout.
—Jazz Monroe, Pitchfork, 1 June 2026
This will be a recurring motif, these kind of light rings.
—Rachel Handler, Vulture, 22 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for motif
Noun
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But my belief is that this is the mighty theme contemporary fiction has largely overlooked.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
2 June 2026
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Based on six modalities, spa, holistic health, fitness, physiotherapy, aesthetic beauty and nutrition – and offering almost 200 different sessions and treatments – the 15 retreat themes include a new one, Ageing Well.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
Noun
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But after seven episodes wearing down the viewer with a bleak perspective, in the season finale, Euphoria pulls itself out of its own somber patterns to reach for grace and mercy in Christian symbolism, American wholesomeness, and the concept of family.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
1 June 2026
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Original details like fireplaces rub shoulders with custom carpets in graphic patterns.—
Mary Winston Nicklin,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 June 2026
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Budget travel is a hot topic these days, with surging oil prices and the closure of Spirit Airlines.—
Ross Raihala,
Twin Cities,
31 May 2026
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Schizophrenia, bipolar, autism, anxiety, depression – all of these topics are almost global bestsellers.—
Jon LaPook,
CBS News,
31 May 2026
Noun
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Loved the quirky design features, like the aluminum rocking chair at the work desk, which added unexpected personality to the room.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 June 2026
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The cups also feature a more angular design, visibly protruding rather than gradually curving.—
Will McCurdy,
PC Magazine,
31 May 2026
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The sources spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss internal matters.—
Kate Linthicum,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2026
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The city manager issued a statement saying the city is aware of the incident, takes the matter seriously, and confirmed that Ray had been relieved of her duties.—
Chelsea Jones,
CBS News,
3 June 2026
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So the question is no longer theoretical.—
Ed Gaskin,
Boston Herald,
30 May 2026
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Amble Health did not respond to questions for this article.—
Maia Rosenfeld,
NBC news,
29 May 2026
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“Motif.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/motif. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.
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