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as in structure
the arrangement of parts that gives something its basic form
the basic configuration of the building is that of a geodesic dome
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as in layout
the way in which something is sized, arranged, or organized
a small business computer system in its simplest configuration
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as in design
the way in which the elements of something (as a work of art) are arranged
his photographs have an intentionally loose configuration, with no single object intended as the primary center of interest
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as in shape
the outward appearance of something as distinguished from its substance
a birthday cake in the configuration of a top hat
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Recent Examples of configuration
This configuration, the researchers say, has long been predicted to enhance magnetic performance, but this is the first time that such has been made a reality, as dysprosium normally forms angular bonds with nitrogen.
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Ian Randall, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 June 2025
In areas in which the Biden administration recognized that reforms were needed—to modernize alliances, create new multilateral configurations, and attempt to build a post-neoliberal approach to international economics—the changes were evolutionary and in some cases incomplete.
—Rebecca Lissner, Foreign Affairs, 24 June 2025
Document Changes In Real Time A common network automation pitfall is failing to document configuration changes in real time.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 18 June 2025
The prices are also lower, especially on Snapdragon X and X Plus configurations.
—Luke Larsen, Wired News, 15 June 2025
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Ian Randall, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 June 2025
In areas in which the Biden administration recognized that reforms were needed—to modernize alliances, create new multilateral configurations, and attempt to build a post-neoliberal approach to international economics—the changes were evolutionary and in some cases incomplete.
—Rebecca Lissner, Foreign Affairs, 24 June 2025
Document Changes In Real Time A common network automation pitfall is failing to document configuration changes in real time.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 18 June 2025
The prices are also lower, especially on Snapdragon X and X Plus configurations.
—Luke Larsen, Wired News, 15 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for configuration
Noun
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So after weeks of negotiations between Phoenix and so many teams around the league, with Houston, San Antonio and Miami known to be Durant’s preferred destinations and, per league sources, the Suns exploring a variety of three-team structures that never materialized, the Rockets relented.—
Kelly Iko,
New York Times,
22 June 2025
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After all, this $152 million structure included a $50 million contribution from Qualcomm co-founder Andrew Viterbi in honor of Achille Viterbi, his father, an accomplished ophthalmologist who brought the family to America, fleeing fascist Italy in 1939.—
Paul Sisson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
22 June 2025
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The layout of this single-story house includes three bedrooms.—
Bay Area Home Report,
Mercury News,
28 June 2025
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The layout includes a formal drawing room, a dining room, a kitchen with an adjoining conservatory, and even a separate coach house with a kitchen and reception room—ideal for guests, staff, or perhaps a studio space.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
27 June 2025
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The drum is the ultimate in storage coffee table design.—
Rachel Fletcher,
Architectural Digest,
24 June 2025
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Analyze how people phrase their interactions with LLMs and adjust your content to fit this design pattern.—
Pawel Rzeszucinski,
Forbes.com,
24 June 2025
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On Instagram, Protect the Mütter declared victory and posted an image of two skeletal hands, their bony fingers pressed together to make a heart shape.—
Rachel Monroe,
New Yorker,
23 June 2025
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My curls stayed especially bouncy and held their shape all day, even while running around in humid weather.—
Malia Griggs,
Glamour,
23 June 2025
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Use Compliance as a Security Tool, Not a Checkbox: Regulatory frameworks like NIST and CMMC should not be treated as paperwork exercises.—
Emil Sayegh,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2025
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The building belongs to the Williamsburg Bray School, which taught mostly enslaved students in the 1760s using a religious framework to justify slavery.—
Ashley J. DiMella,
FOXNews.com,
19 June 2025
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The agreement also provides for the formation of an AI subcommittee to evaluate AI use, and requires reasonable notice to the subcommittee before implementing AI.—
Oludolapo Makinde,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2025
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Some scientists believe that rocket propellant may play a part in the formation of high altitude 'night shining' noctilucent clouds - a phenomenon that is more common at northerly altitudes, but has been spotted manifesting closer to the equator in recent decades.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
25 June 2025
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Federal auditing guidelines will be updated to require the use of a single-year format to better track granular transactions that policymakers suspect could be driving wasteful spending, according to the memo.—
Robert Schmad,
The Washington Examiner,
23 June 2025
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Julie Bowen will be the first guest on the new video format on Thursday, June 26.—
Peter White,
Deadline,
23 June 2025
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Contrary to conventional wisdom, not all madras exists in solid form.—
Eric Twardzik,
Robb Report,
23 June 2025
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There are multiple forms of heat illnesses, but heatstroke is the deadliest and most dangerous, according to the NPS.—
Julia Gomez,
USA Today,
23 June 2025
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“Configuration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/configuration. Accessed 3 Jul. 2025.
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