as in topic
the information or ideas that are discussed or dealt with in a book, movie, etc.; what something is about
I found the film's subject matter to be quite disturbing. The magazine's editors care more about style than about subject matter. She disapproves of the artist's choice of subject matter.
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Recent Examples of subject matter
Their team includes professional essay writers with specialized backgrounds covering over 40 disciplines—a critical factor for STEM and business students needing subject matter expertise.
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Rowan Briggs, Mercury News, 25 Mar. 2025
To create connection and collaboration, bring multiple subject matter experts together to discuss the issue.
—Chris Williams, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025
Reed and others also testified in favor of legislation like this year’s proposal at a state Senate subject matter hearing last year, but it was never called for a vote.
—Olivia Olander, Chicago Tribune, 31 Mar. 2025
Well, clearly, the subject matter that's being discussed, the status of ongoing military operations, should be -- and considered classified information.
—ABC News, 30 Mar. 2025
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Rowan Briggs, Mercury News, 25 Mar. 2025
To create connection and collaboration, bring multiple subject matter experts together to discuss the issue.
—Chris Williams, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025
Reed and others also testified in favor of legislation like this year’s proposal at a state Senate subject matter hearing last year, but it was never called for a vote.
—Olivia Olander, Chicago Tribune, 31 Mar. 2025
Well, clearly, the subject matter that's being discussed, the status of ongoing military operations, should be -- and considered classified information.
—ABC News, 30 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for subject matter
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Arcadia Earth has been a proponent of the sustainability conversations around fashion, with a pop-up in Soho, New York City amid the pandemic, that became a hub for productive talks with circularity around fashion being the topic of choice.—
Cassell Ferere,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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On Tuesday, McIlroy revisited the topic on his own accord.—
Gabby Herzig,
New York Times,
13 Apr. 2025
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The creation of this content included the use of AI based on templates created, reviewed and edited by journalists in the newsroom.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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Readers should not rely solely on the content of this article and are encouraged to seek professional advice tailored to their specific circumstances.—
Matthew Kayser,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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In that mighty visage, Stephens and Hernandez tease out a theme of grand scope and urgency.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
18 Apr. 2025
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While the survey found overspending due to guilt is a common theme among parents, researchers also noted this stems from a good place.—
Melissa Willets,
Parents,
18 Apr. 2025
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Kids learn about different ecosystems, animal behavior, evolution, and migration for starters—all complex subjects that any science-minded kiddo will be drawn to.—
Elisabeth Sherman,
Parents,
17 Apr. 2025
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The court has not yet ruled on the election challenge, which argues that the proposal violated a requirement that ballot measures only deal with one subject.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
17 Apr. 2025
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Some of the key graphics include diamond motifs, horizontal stripes, four-directional crosses placed within each diamond and zig-zag patterns reminiscent of the desert mountain landscapes.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
8 Apr. 2025
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Their rebellious sweaters featuring Moldovan folk motifs paired with baggy cargos offer a fresh take on heritage-meets-hype.—
Cassell Ferere,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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Officials are still investigating the attack and have not yet announced a motive.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Apr. 2025
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Police have not released any information about a possible motive.—
Rachel Barber,
USA Today,
13 Apr. 2025
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The name’s ironic on purpose—the app allows users to create, send, and receive anonymous voice messages in a celebrity’s tone.—
Alexandra York,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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Sources: Human Rights Watch, World Resources Institute In Sub-Saharan Africa, how women’s education influences family size Policymakers may use population projections for a variety of purposes, from planning social welfare programs to preparing for climate change.—
Troy Aidan Sambajon,
Christian Science Monitor,
14 Apr. 2025
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Not to reopen wounds, but to remind Cambodians why justice, democracy and dignity matter.—
Sophal Ear,
The Conversation,
14 Apr. 2025
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The attorney, who spoke on condition of anonymity because of the sensitivity of the matter, said the firms provided no reason for their decision.—
Ryan Lucas,
NPR,
13 Apr. 2025
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“Subject matter.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/subject%20matter. Accessed 21 Apr. 2025.
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