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
Jain also noted concerns about transportation, but said that block scheduling might allow classes to dive deeper into subject matter and better prepare students for college classes.
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Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 7 Mar. 2025
But Oster said that same argument could apply to other subject matters taught in school.
—Adrianna Rodriguez, USA TODAY, 6 Mar. 2025
Duties include serving as a subject matter expert on public health models, along with providing leadership for community health initiatives.
—Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 Feb. 2025
But the film, created by a collective of Israeli and Palestinian activists, never secured a distribution partner in the U.S., perhaps owing to its subject matter.
—Daniel Arkin, NBC News, 3 Mar. 2025
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Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 7 Mar. 2025
But Oster said that same argument could apply to other subject matters taught in school.
—Adrianna Rodriguez, USA TODAY, 6 Mar. 2025
Duties include serving as a subject matter expert on public health models, along with providing leadership for community health initiatives.
—Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 Feb. 2025
But the film, created by a collective of Israeli and Palestinian activists, never secured a distribution partner in the U.S., perhaps owing to its subject matter.
—Daniel Arkin, NBC News, 3 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for subject matter
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The main topic of conversation was how the duo turned a photo album featuring the banal daily activities of workers at Auschwitz-Birkenau into a searing play.—
Jessica Gelt,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Mar. 2025
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Basic training in granular but powerful topics like these can make a big difference.—
Arturo Garcia,
Forbes,
21 Mar. 2025
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Its curriculum will encompass various aspects of the creative and business sides of the music industry, including content creation, performing, touring, entertainment law, engineering and graphic design.—
Gail Mitchell,
Billboard,
13 Mar. 2025
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The American Diabetes Association and a group of obesity expert orgs have released statements advising patients against using them due to the potential for content and quality issues.—
Erica Sloan,
SELF,
13 Mar. 2025
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Rather, repeat viewings were driven by word of mouth and the themes of family, coming of age, parental sacrifice and dedication and the pursuit of justice.—
Nancy Tartaglione,
Deadline,
13 Mar. 2025
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Hotter than my insistence that the Ghost Island theme (if not execution) was amazing?—
Dalton Ross,
EW.com,
13 Mar. 2025
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Some teachers and former educators, including CMS board member Melissa Easley, worry a bonus only for teachers of one subject could cause tension and affect morale among other educators in the district without the same opportunity for additional pay.—
Rebecca Noel,
Charlotte Observer,
12 Mar. 2025
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On the subject of securing a lasting peace for Ukraine, Rubio said everyone wants to ensure this conflict does not start up again.—
Faisal Kutty,
Newsweek,
12 Mar. 2025
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Oak doors in a guest bath, and throughout the house, feature a lacquered motif inspired by Native American patterns.—
Michael James Gardner,
Architectural Digest,
19 Mar. 2025
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For the business meeting, Queen Letizia wore a suit in a shade of black with a faint white pinstripe motif.—
Julia Teti,
WWD,
19 Mar. 2025
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In a letter distributed by the Shin Bet, Bar dismissed the claim and said the motives behind his firing were baseless.—
Rachel Wolf,
Fox News,
21 Mar. 2025
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Deputies did not say whether Rosario and Covarrubias knew each other or provide a motive for the unprovoked assault.—
Don Sweeney,
Sacramento Bee,
20 Mar. 2025
Noun
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At that point, sunglasses lose their sine qua non purpose to protect our eyes, becoming a purely ornamental element capable of elevating an entire outfit.—
Teresa Romero Martínez,
Glamour,
22 Mar. 2025
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The automation of jobs by AI could lead to widespread unemployment and economic inequality, leaving many people feeling powerless and without purpose.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes,
22 Mar. 2025
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That duo of assault allegations led to Los Angeles County D.A. Jackie Lacey’s office opening its own probe into the matters.—
Dominic Patten,
Deadline,
21 Mar. 2025
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Columbia University has agreed to meet most of the demands the Trump administration presented it last week in a simmering dispute about how the university has responded to campus protests along with other matters involving campus operations.—
Michael T. Nietzel,
Forbes,
21 Mar. 2025
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“Subject matter.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/subject%20matter. Accessed 27 Mar. 2025.
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