Definition of articlenext
as in essay
a short piece of writing typically expressing a point of view read an article extolling the benefits of vegetarianism

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Recent Examples of article This article is being continuously updated. Kansas City Star, 22 June 2026 Subscribe to continue reading this article. Lexi Nicklaus, Baltimore Sun, 22 June 2026 The original airdate of the video attached to this article is June 18, 2026. CBS News, 22 June 2026 Focusing heavily on breakfast cuisine, First Watch is the fastest-growing sit-down — and breakfast — chain in America, according to a recent Bloomberg article. Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 22 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for article
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essay
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  • Here the essay turns practical, almost tender in its specificity.
    Afdhel Aziz, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026
  • The platform can be used across a variety of content types, including blog posts, website copy, marketing materials, articles, emails, and essays.
    StackCommerce Team, PC Magazine, 19 June 2026

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“Article.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/article. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.

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