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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
Petersen said the smaller passenger configuration of Qantas’ A350-1000ULR was to enhance comfort and to compensate for an additional tank carrying 20,000 liters (5,283 gallons) of fuel.
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ABC News, 18 June 2026
Telo’s tiny electric truck is going to have the ability to charge surprisingly fast thanks to tech that will split the 400-volt battery pack in a parallel configuration enabling a 400-kW peak charge rate on an 800-volt charger.
—Joel Feder, The Drive, 18 June 2026
Change the configuration of the system?
—Megan Poinski, Forbes.com, 18 June 2026
The five-seat configuration includes a pair of six-way power recliners upholstered in Italian leather, while the center divider can be activated for privacy.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 17 June 2026
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ABC News, 18 June 2026
Telo’s tiny electric truck is going to have the ability to charge surprisingly fast thanks to tech that will split the 400-volt battery pack in a parallel configuration enabling a 400-kW peak charge rate on an 800-volt charger.
—Joel Feder, The Drive, 18 June 2026
Change the configuration of the system?
—Megan Poinski, Forbes.com, 18 June 2026
The five-seat configuration includes a pair of six-way power recliners upholstered in Italian leather, while the center divider can be activated for privacy.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 17 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for configuration
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Days before the five-year anniversary of the 2021 building collapse that killed 98 people in Surfside, the federal government has published findings that determined the structure of the Champlain Towers South condominium started failing about three weeks before the catastrophe.—
Aaron Leibowitz,
Miami Herald,
23 June 2026
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Strong winds struck an outdoor section of the venue, causing the structure to partially collapse.—
Kelly McGreal,
FOXNews.com,
23 June 2026
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Built between 1939 and 1942 by cabinetmaker Joe Pellkofer, the intricate model was originally designed much like an elaborate train layout, complete with stores, homes, automobiles, streetlights and hundreds of handcrafted buildings.—
Daily News,
Daily News,
20 June 2026
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The main-floor living, dining, and kitchen areas flow together in an open layout, lined with multi-paned windows facing the Atlantic.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
20 June 2026
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The national debate will keep arguing about which ERPO design is philosophically correct.—
Christopher Carita,
The Orlando Sentinel,
21 June 2026
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Engineers still need to examine the bridge design, inspection history, traffic loads, weather, material condition and measurement uncertainty before deciding whether to repair, restrict traffic or close a bridge.—
Alex Krasnok,
Fortune,
21 June 2026
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The Tri-Counties Community Center in Marysville is in bad shape and at risk of shutting down due to years of storm damage.—
Kayla Moeller,
CBS News,
18 June 2026
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Lightweight summer texture meets a structured, work-worthy shape.—
Aemilia Madden,
Vogue,
18 June 2026
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Anaplan’s agents are being designed to provide the decision framework.—
Steve Banker,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2026
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By bringing together evidence from many forms of interspecies cooperation, the study provides a framework for understanding how communication helps make these unlikely partnerships possible.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
20 June 2026
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But the treaty was plagued with problems even in its formation.—
Pamela Avila,
CNN Money,
18 June 2026
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There are plenty of other sites—waterfalls, glaciers, and semi-hidden hot springs—but another must-visit is Kerling, an 82-foot volcanic rock formation jutting out between a handful of hillsides.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 June 2026
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In Paris, Cook’n With Class offers two formats.—
Lauren Schuster,
Miami Herald,
24 June 2026
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Creators already have passionate communities who want to follow them across formats.—
Justin Kroll,
Deadline,
23 June 2026
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Gray issued a leadoff walk to Jake McCarthy, who delivered the aforementioned Monday gut-punch in the form of an RBI triple, then settled in.—
Gabrielle Starr,
Boston Herald,
24 June 2026
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Fill out the form or email me at the address at the bottom of this page.—
Zach Wichter,
USA Today,
24 June 2026
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“Configuration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/configuration. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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