1
as in topic
a major object of interest or concern (as in a discussion or artistic composition)
although I appreciate the poem's lyrical qualities, I don't understand its content
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as in coverage
the amount of something (as subject matter) included
judging from the table of contents, I'd have to say that this book covers most of the major topics in American history
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as in meaning
the idea that is conveyed or intended to be conveyed to the mind by language, symbol, or action
the speech was filled with fine words but devoid of any real content
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as in enjoyment
the feeling experienced when one's wishes are met
slept to her heart's content on weekends
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as in satisfied
feeling that one's needs or desires have been met
are you content with your present salary?
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as in to please
to give satisfaction to
a person easily contented by life's simple pleasures
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Recent Examples of content
Dennis Romero,
NBC news,
24 June 2026
The creation of this content included the use of AI based on templates created, reviewed and edited by journalists in the newsroom.
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Nc Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
24 June 2026
Ben Church,
CNN Money,
14 June 2026
But content creator Alyssa Cronin’s video showing her dad’s obsession with buying a giant FIFA soccer ball displayed at a Dick’s Sporting Goods store put millions of people on the edge of their seat this week.
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Lisa Gutierrez,
Kansas City Star,
11 June 2026
ABC News,
11 May 2026
In the example below, a search for urban green spaces produces suggested links to content about specific projects in New York and Singapore.
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ArsTechnica,
8 May 2026
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Noun
Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content.
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Dennis Romero,
NBC news,
24 June 2026
The creation of this content included the use of AI based on templates created, reviewed and edited by journalists in the newsroom.
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Nc Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
24 June 2026
Adjective
Attention now, though, turns to the field, and Curaçao will not just be content with just making up the numbers.
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Ben Church,
CNN Money,
14 June 2026
But content creator Alyssa Cronin’s video showing her dad’s obsession with buying a giant FIFA soccer ball displayed at a Dick’s Sporting Goods store put millions of people on the edge of their seat this week.
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Lisa Gutierrez,
Kansas City Star,
11 June 2026
Verb
Spurs will content themselves that their destiny remains in their hands.
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ABC News,
11 May 2026
In the example below, a search for urban green spaces produces suggested links to content about specific projects in New York and Singapore.
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ArsTechnica,
8 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for content
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In recent months, Google DeepMind, Meta and Anthropic have begun to hire experts in psychology, philosophy and ethics in order to research the topics of machine consciousness and AI welfare.
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Green said data centers could be a hot topic in upcoming elections, as Americans on both sides of the aisle are expressing valid concerns.
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Members who have followed our coverage of Linde may recognize a similar dynamic, as the company also utilizes contractual energy cost pass-through clauses.
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Draft coverage continues on Wednesday CBS News Texas will continue to provide updates as the draft continues.
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For some, the celebration carried deeper meaning.
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There are several marketing terms–like ‘natural’ or ‘fresh’–on product packaging that are essentially void of any significant meaning, and consumers are becoming more knowledgeable, thus skeptical, about these terms.
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Both genres play on the idea of surprise and communal enjoyment, which is what Murai found so compelling about the show overall.
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The technology has enhanced his understanding of fish and his enjoyment of fishing, Schneider said.
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Midfielder Weston McKennie said the Americans are not satisfied yet.
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But the fact remains that Take-Two may be satisfied with tens of millions of $70 purchases near launch, not feeling the need to push its luck with a game that already has the weight of the world on its shoulders.
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There’s some heartbreaking moments where Mary’s trying so hard to please him.
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This is a solid all-rounder that will please most gamers.
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The news comes as Lackland Air Force Base in Texas — home to the Air Force's Basic Military Training program — grapples with a flu outbreak that has infected 275 people in recent weeks, a congressional staffer with knowledge of the matter told CBS News.
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To make matters worse, microbiome testing has gotten cheaper and faster, but not more accurate.
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Parias' case showcases the nexus of the issues — and the narrow scope of oversight and resources within the judicial and agency level for someone injured by the federal agency that is also detaining them.
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His LinkedIn profile currently lists his most recent title as vice president of booster engineering—a refinement that narrows his scope to Starship’s first-stage Super Heavy booster, the most complex and powerful rocket booster ever constructed.
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“Content.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/content. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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