as in compilation
a collection of writings
an anthology of American short stories
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While this meant that BTS' latest release was the 2022 anthology album Proof, the members took the opportunity to reflect on their careers and embark on solo music journeys.
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Christopher Rudolph, PEOPLE, 19 Jan. 2026
Produced by Stray Bee, the anthology is written and directed by Ghina Abboud, Naim El Hajj, Salim Mrad, Aline Ouais, Jihad Saadé, and Marie-Rose Osta; and features the stories of Sara Fakhri, Hadi Deaibes, Adham Al Dimashki, Dana Dia, and Dhana Mkhayel.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 19 Jan. 2026
The series has been renewed for another installment, officially moving into anthology territory as the second season will be unrelated to the first.
—Matt Cabral, Entertainment Weekly, 14 Jan. 2026
Doherty previously won the 2025 Emmy for outstanding supporting actress in a limited or anthology series or movie, and is coming off a Critics Choice Awards win for best supporting actress in a limited series or movie made for television.
—Michael Schneider, Variety, 12 Jan. 2026
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Christopher Rudolph, PEOPLE, 19 Jan. 2026
Produced by Stray Bee, the anthology is written and directed by Ghina Abboud, Naim El Hajj, Salim Mrad, Aline Ouais, Jihad Saadé, and Marie-Rose Osta; and features the stories of Sara Fakhri, Hadi Deaibes, Adham Al Dimashki, Dana Dia, and Dhana Mkhayel.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 19 Jan. 2026
The series has been renewed for another installment, officially moving into anthology territory as the second season will be unrelated to the first.
—Matt Cabral, Entertainment Weekly, 14 Jan. 2026
Doherty previously won the 2025 Emmy for outstanding supporting actress in a limited or anthology series or movie, and is coming off a Critics Choice Awards win for best supporting actress in a limited series or movie made for television.
—Michael Schneider, Variety, 12 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for anthology
compilation
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In fact, the compilation is the only project by the band to crack the top 10, although several other favorites have come very close.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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Throughout the compilation of clips, Kristy smiles and smolders in the mirror while using a bottle of the luxury brand's Libre Berry Crush perfume.—
Zoey Lyttle,
PEOPLE,
27 Jan. 2026
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“Anthology.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/anthology. Accessed 29 Jan. 2026.
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