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as in topic
a major object of interest or concern (as in a discussion or artistic composition)
this dance piece deals with the timeless themes of birth and death
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as in article
a short piece of writing done as a school exercise
please write a one page theme on the main character of this book
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as in essay
a short piece of writing typically expressing a point of view
the magazine will award a scholarship to the student who writes the best theme on the concept of personal freedom
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Recent Examples of theme
Our theme music is by Jim Brunberg and Ben Landsverk of Wonderly.
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Pat McCusker, New York Times, 23 Jan. 2025
Anti-transgender themes were central to the Trump campaign.
—Kiara Alfonseca, ABC News, 23 Jan. 2025
His heartfelt ballad beautifully captures the themes of hope and struggle at the heart of the film, adding an emotional layer to the narrative.
—Shelby Stewart, Essence, 23 Jan. 2025
Create a two-tone look by pairing sage green walls with crisp white wainscoting, then continue the modern rustic theme with natural elements such as a wood dining table, linen chair covers, and a sisal area rug.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Jan. 2025
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Pat McCusker, New York Times, 23 Jan. 2025
Anti-transgender themes were central to the Trump campaign.
—Kiara Alfonseca, ABC News, 23 Jan. 2025
His heartfelt ballad beautifully captures the themes of hope and struggle at the heart of the film, adding an emotional layer to the narrative.
—Shelby Stewart, Essence, 23 Jan. 2025
Create a two-tone look by pairing sage green walls with crisp white wainscoting, then continue the modern rustic theme with natural elements such as a wood dining table, linen chair covers, and a sisal area rug.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for theme
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Support journalism that digs deeper into topics that matter most to Arkansans.—
Richard Davenport,
arkansasonline.com,
3 Feb. 2025
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Reuters reported on Friday that the National Security Council hosted discussions this week on the topic and that the White House was exploring legal authorities that Trump could use to issue an executive order to end USAID's independence.—
Jonathan Landay,
USA TODAY,
2 Feb. 2025
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Related article Investigation into DC plane and helicopter collision looking at potential mistakes in ‘no margin for error’ situation The crane, previously used to remove parts of the Francis Scott Key Bridge after its collapse last March, will be employed to cut and lift pieces of the airplane.—
Alaa Elassar,
CNN,
2 Feb. 2025
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Have a great weekend, from the Essential California team Andrew J. Campa, reporter Carlos Lozano, news editor Check our top stories, topics and the latest articles on latimes.com.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
2 Feb. 2025
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In a recent essay for Vanity Fair, Lorraine recalled being a child when her father, now 87, romanced the former Twin Peaks star, now 54, in the late 1990s and early 2000s.—
Eric Andersson,
People.com,
2 Feb. 2025
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Online speculation about Mangione's safety in prison has arisen after fellow inmate Vaughn Wright wrote in an online essay that Mangione was wearing an anti-suicide smock, called a turtle suit, instead of a standard uniform.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
31 Jan. 2025
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Much like the song, a marching band is present in the preview, with a heavy sports motif serving as the foundation for the vision.—
Marc Griffin,
VIBE.com,
31 Jan. 2025
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An unusual Victorian-style chair with a star motif is upholstered in rich burgundy velvet.—
Sonia S. Braga,
Architectural Digest,
28 Jan. 2025
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Even though the paper was discredited and the doctor lost his license to practice in his country, paranoia about the vaccine has meant rates for MMR and other vaccines have declined.—
Alexandra Kukulka,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Jan. 2025
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But over the past seven years, the local paper has not published a substantive follow-up story about the case.—
Ariane Lange,
Sacramento Bee,
26 Jan. 2025
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Still, when even some of Nintendo's own biggest titles are notably underperforming in matters of frame rate, draw distances, and textures—the last couple of core Pokémon games, Sword/Shield and Scarlet/Violet being particularly egregious examples—there's a problem.—
Matt Kamen,
WIRED,
31 Jan. 2025
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According to a report in The New York Times, the Black Hawk helicopter may have been flying too high and at least half a mile off its approved path, citing multiple people briefed on the matter.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
31 Jan. 2025
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Get the Robb Report newsletter for similar stories delivered straight to your inbox.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
30 Jan. 2025
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This story was updated with additional information.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
30 Jan. 2025
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Glenn shut down a reporter’s question, who was adamant about getting an answer about Rodgers’ status.—
Antwan Staley,
New York Daily News,
27 Jan. 2025
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First, users can ask the chatbot questions and receive direct answers.—
Louise Matsakis,
WIRED,
27 Jan. 2025
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“Theme.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/theme. Accessed 5 Feb. 2025.
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