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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
Las Vegas Ballpark is located just outside Las Vegas in Summerlin, Nevada, and fits more than 8,000 fans in its standard configuration and 10,000 in its standing-room-only setup.
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Michael McGough, Sacbee.com, 26 Mar. 2026
Because of its redundant fuel cell configuration, the six 400-kW cells powering the turbofan motors are claimed to have a system resilience that rivals that of conventional engines.
—David Szondy
march 26, New Atlas, 26 Mar. 2026
Dell now offers customizable AI and data center infrastructure and service supporting any platform, cooling method, and rack configuration through their Integrated Rack Scalable Systems (IRSS).
—Josh Brown,sean Russo, CNBC, 26 Mar. 2026
Corilla said part of the hazard of the current configuration comes when drivers approach Route 44 from the side and want to turn left.
—Don Stacom, Hartford Courant, 25 Mar. 2026
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Michael McGough, Sacbee.com, 26 Mar. 2026
Because of its redundant fuel cell configuration, the six 400-kW cells powering the turbofan motors are claimed to have a system resilience that rivals that of conventional engines.
—David Szondy
march 26, New Atlas, 26 Mar. 2026
Dell now offers customizable AI and data center infrastructure and service supporting any platform, cooling method, and rack configuration through their Integrated Rack Scalable Systems (IRSS).
—Josh Brown,sean Russo, CNBC, 26 Mar. 2026
Corilla said part of the hazard of the current configuration comes when drivers approach Route 44 from the side and want to turn left.
—Don Stacom, Hartford Courant, 25 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for configuration
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The leader of the historic church in Downtown Dallas, Senior Pastor Robert Jeffress, vowed to rebuild the iconic structure.—
S.E. Jenkins,
CBS News,
31 Mar. 2026
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Architecture like this, which reveals its structure while producing its effects, can make a museum feel slightly more humane.—
Zachary Fine,
New Yorker,
31 Mar. 2026
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An open-plan layout invites easy indoor-outdoor living and entertaining throughout the home, which boasts mountain and ocean views.—
Tracy Wright,
FOXNews.com,
28 Mar. 2026
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These renovations would update electrical, mechanical and plumbing systems; change classroom layouts; and increase accessibility at Fairmount, Procter and Korte elementaries.—
Eleanor Nash,
Kansas City Star,
28 Mar. 2026
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Felder, an architect with an obsessive streak, thought extensively about the design of his banner, ultimately opting for a white sign with lettering the precise shade of blue as the Star of David on the Israeli flag.—
Eyal Press,
New Yorker,
30 Mar. 2026
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The museum is dedicated entirely to 19th-century German and Austrian art and design, with a collection that spans paintings, furniture, sculpture, photography, and manuscripts.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Mar. 2026
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To address these challenges, researchers designed a hybrid composite actuator that combines shape memory alloys (SMAs) with shape memory polymers (SMPs).—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
26 Mar. 2026
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The approach sets Fetterman apart from Manchin and Sinema, who routinely used their swing vote status to extract concessions or shape legislation.—
Ramsey Touchberry,
The Washington Examiner,
26 Mar. 2026
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Riki Parikh, policy director at the non-profit Alliance for Secure AI, said the framework isn't specific enough on issues such as the potential role of the technology in job replacement.—
Deepa Shivaram,
NPR,
28 Mar. 2026
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At least one of those facilitators is a licensed mental health practitioner, said Katz, who served on the board of the Oregon Psilocybin Training Alliance (OPTA) and on committees helping to shape the state’s framework, but does not have a therapeutic or medical background himself.—
Natalia V. Osipova,
CNN Money,
28 Mar. 2026
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Over the past four decades that followed its formation, Hezbollah has received billions of dollars in funding as well as different types of Iranian weapons.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
26 Mar. 2026
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On the Ionian side, Pietragrande Beach in Catanzaro feels dramatic and cinematic, with towering rock formations and deep blue water ideal for diving.—
Jenna Curcio,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Mar. 2026
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Division 1 again will be an eight-team division using a pool-play format; the other eight divisions will use traditional brackets.—
Steve Fryer,
Oc Register,
31 Mar. 2026
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The platform supports conversion between PDFs and formats such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, images, and HTML, while maintaining original formatting.—
StackCommerce Team,
PC Magazine,
31 Mar. 2026
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Using an electric mixer on medium-high speed, beat in remaining 1¾ cups heavy cream until medium-firm peaks form, about 4 minutes.—
Shilpa Uskokovic,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
1 Apr. 2026
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Those who experienced the earthquake are encouraged to report it via the USGS Felt Report form.—
CA Earthquake Bot,
Sacbee.com,
1 Apr. 2026
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“Configuration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/configuration. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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