as in theme
a major object of interest or concern (as in a discussion or artistic composition)
the topic of his poem is the love that is shown in quiet actions rather than expressed in words
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Recent Examples of topic
The topic of sustainability was everywhere at ISPO.
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Cathrin Schaer, WWD, 9 Dec. 2024
The Court has recently addressed topics in that space, including in Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo (ending Chevron deference) and SEC v. Jarkesy (ruling defendants are entitled to a jury trial in some agency actions).
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 9 Dec. 2024
Many viewers thanked Thompson for his acknowledgment of the mental load and bringing the topic to mainstream media.
—Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2024
Musk's blunt comment, which is a callback to a quote in the movie, came in the midst of an online discussion about the film and its controversial portrayal of sensitive topics.
—Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 28 Nov. 2024
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Cathrin Schaer, WWD, 9 Dec. 2024
The Court has recently addressed topics in that space, including in Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo (ending Chevron deference) and SEC v. Jarkesy (ruling defendants are entitled to a jury trial in some agency actions).
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 9 Dec. 2024
Many viewers thanked Thompson for his acknowledgment of the mental load and bringing the topic to mainstream media.
—Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2024
Musk's blunt comment, which is a callback to a quote in the movie, came in the midst of an online discussion about the film and its controversial portrayal of sensitive topics.
—Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 28 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for topic
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Inside the theater, which was built in 1927 and has a gothic vibe of its own, Katya and Yang posted Instagram Stories of themselves with a black-and-white filter, continuing the 1922 theme.Lawrence Yee, People.com, 13 Dec. 2024
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The focal themes of her artwork are culture, folklore, mental health, education, unity, love and social justice.Bakr Muhammad, Los Angeles Times, 13 Dec. 2024
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Inking Conforto for $17 million certainly stabilizes matters.Fabian Ardaya, The Athletic, 10 Dec. 2024
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In the meantime, merchants should take matters into their own hands, said Eric Cohen, chief executive of Merchant Advocate, which helps businesses reduce their fees and take a cut of the savings.Medora Lee, USA TODAY, 10 Dec. 2024
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There is no credible evidence indicating Pelosi is the subject of an insider trading investigation.Joedy McCreary, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024
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Since his arrest in Pennsylvania earlier this week, Luigi Mangione has been the subject of memes, which have lionized his physique and appearance.Peter Suciu, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
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Sadly, the mainstream media hasn’t bothered to ask me any questions about it.Ronald J. Hansen, The Arizona Republic, 17 Dec. 2024
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In some of his most extensive remarks since winning the presidential election last month, Trump took questions on a number of subjects.Selina Wang, ABC News, 16 Dec. 2024
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The floor-length, long-sleeve gown included shades of purple, blue and cream with floral motifs delicately designed on the glossy fabric.Julia Teti, WWD, 6 Dec. 2024
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Another watch uses a woven chevron motif of gold and enamel in an asymmetrical winged shape, with a dial in the same gold chevron pattern.Shannon Adducci, Robb Report, 6 Dec. 2024
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“Topic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/topic. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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