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
For Mussolini in Italy, new grand boulevards and imposing architecture signaled an ideological connection to Roman imperialism.
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Big Think, 1 May 2026
While the price hasn’t been disclosed, the neighborhood is known for its modern architecture, upscale residences, and close proximity to the city’s financial hub.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 1 May 2026
Within a city landscape in the capital of Georgia that mixes classical and contemporary architecture, the ultra-modern indoor arena stands out like an extraterrestrial mothership.
—Felipe Cardenas, New York Times, 30 Apr. 2026
The layout invites you to wander, with plenty of space to explore and appreciate the history, along with cozy, soft seating areas throughout that are perfect for soaking in the grand ceilings, intricate architecture, and subtle banking details.
—Abby Price, Southern Living, 30 Apr. 2026
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Big Think, 1 May 2026
While the price hasn’t been disclosed, the neighborhood is known for its modern architecture, upscale residences, and close proximity to the city’s financial hub.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 1 May 2026
Within a city landscape in the capital of Georgia that mixes classical and contemporary architecture, the ultra-modern indoor arena stands out like an extraterrestrial mothership.
—Felipe Cardenas, New York Times, 30 Apr. 2026
The layout invites you to wander, with plenty of space to explore and appreciate the history, along with cozy, soft seating areas throughout that are perfect for soaking in the grand ceilings, intricate architecture, and subtle banking details.
—Abby Price, Southern Living, 30 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for architecture
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The Moon moves through your 10th House of Visibility, where your structure is more noticeable.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
28 Apr. 2026
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Last fall, OpenAI overhauled its structure again to become a public benefit corporation, in which the nonprofit and other investors including Microsoft hold stakes.—
Deepa Seetharaman,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2026
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Within this framework, Keiko positioned herself as a conservative political figure broadly aligned with pro-market economic policies and tough-on-crime positions, while seeking to distance herself, at least rhetorically, from the excesses of her father’s government.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
2 May 2026
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His opponents mostly argue within the same framework, insisting the system should be fairer but still organized around the same ideals.—
Catherina Gioino,
Fortune,
2 May 2026
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The Russian military appears to be losing some ground in Ukraine, contrary to claims by Moscow’s top brass; Ukrainian strikes are delivering damaging blows to vital Russian oil and gas infrastructure; and drone strikes by Kyiv have disrupted life in the Russian capital before.—
Nathan Hodge,
CNN Money,
29 Apr. 2026
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His rhetoric and borderline audacious claims telegraphed that failure to make progress on the bridge was more than a mere infrastructure hindrance.—
Torrey Snow,
Baltimore Sun,
29 Apr. 2026
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“Architecture.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/architecture. Accessed 4 May. 2026.
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