as in structure
the arrangement of parts that gives something its basic form
the nonlinear architecture of the novel reflects a postmodern sensibility
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Recent Examples of architecture
In addition, an electric motor specifically designed for this high-voltage architecture is being developed, which, together with a reconfigurable battery pack, forms the basis for a highly efficient and scalable drive system.
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Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 12 Feb. 2026
Perhaps that’s because modern architecture rarely has the kind of adornments that might prompt a builder to consider including a Chicago Municipal Device somewhere in the external design.
—Nina Metz, Chicago Tribune, 11 Feb. 2026
As a result, there's a historically layered feel to the architecture and the cultural influences.
—Alex Postman, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Feb. 2026
The nonprofit also has afterschool programs at nearby Lincoln High School and James Madison High School, teaching music production and landscape architecture.
—Aria Jones, Dallas Morning News, 11 Feb. 2026
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Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 12 Feb. 2026
Perhaps that’s because modern architecture rarely has the kind of adornments that might prompt a builder to consider including a Chicago Municipal Device somewhere in the external design.
—Nina Metz, Chicago Tribune, 11 Feb. 2026
As a result, there's a historically layered feel to the architecture and the cultural influences.
—Alex Postman, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Feb. 2026
The nonprofit also has afterschool programs at nearby Lincoln High School and James Madison High School, teaching music production and landscape architecture.
—Aria Jones, Dallas Morning News, 11 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for architecture
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Identification requires letting Chinese cultural logic influence the structure of a campaign — not just its visuals or celebrity cast.—
Yiling Pan,
Vogue,
17 Feb. 2026
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However, since they are used in such small amounts, they cannot be imaged inside these structures.—
Ameya Paleja,
Interesting Engineering,
17 Feb. 2026
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The Senate should advance ethical AI frameworks, protect privacy, establish clear accountability, invest in workforce retraining programs, and ensure innovation benefits all sectors without undermining safety or civil liberties.—
Eleanor Dearman,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Feb. 2026
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China is actively building a regulatory framework for the low-altitude economy.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
14 Feb. 2026
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The city of Malibu sued the state and the city and county of Los Angeles and other entities on Wednesday, accusing them of various failures that led to the start and proliferation of the Palisades fire that destroyed hundreds of Malibu homes along with municipal facilities and infrastructure.—
City News Service,
Daily News,
19 Feb. 2026
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Both nations got a head start on Norway in terms of infrastructure and cultural relevance.—
Peter Baugh,
New York Times,
19 Feb. 2026
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“Architecture.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/architecture. Accessed 19 Feb. 2026.
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