as in core
the central part or aspect of something under consideration
resolution of the original dispute became the centerpiece of the negotiations
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Recent Examples of centerpiece
Meloni was ultimately cast as Elliot Stabler, Olivia’s partner, and the duo were the centerpiece of the show for the first 12 seasons, from 1999 to 2012, when Meloni left.
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Victoria Edel, People.com, 25 June 2025
Microsoft has made Xbox Game Pass the centerpiece of its new strategy, a subscription full of a library of games and offering access to first-party releases on day one.
—Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 24 June 2025
The centerpiece of the estate is a Colonial-style main home with six bedrooms and five baths.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 21 June 2025
Since his reelection, Trump has made the elimination of DEI programs a centerpiece of his administration, cracking down on diversity efforts in the federal government with a series of executive orders.
—Michelle Watson, CNN Money, 18 June 2025
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Victoria Edel, People.com, 25 June 2025
Microsoft has made Xbox Game Pass the centerpiece of its new strategy, a subscription full of a library of games and offering access to first-party releases on day one.
—Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 24 June 2025
The centerpiece of the estate is a Colonial-style main home with six bedrooms and five baths.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 21 June 2025
Since his reelection, Trump has made the elimination of DEI programs a centerpiece of his administration, cracking down on diversity efforts in the federal government with a series of executive orders.
—Michelle Watson, CNN Money, 18 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for centerpiece
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At the time, activists were organizing a protest at the property for Sunday, the same day that a core group of private contractors was planning to hold a meeting on site.—
Ana Ceballos,
Miami Herald,
28 June 2025
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Despite Benfica’s determination to preserve the core of a potentially special team, Fernandez returned to Portugal with Chelsea hot in pursuit.—
Liam Twomey,
New York Times,
28 June 2025
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And the film has stood the test of time, capturing the essence of America's early space program for posterity.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
29 June 2025
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When considering the essence of Aquarius, however, there is a greater focus on themes surrounding technology, friendship, group affiliations and social dynamics.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
28 June 2025
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Brands should take the importance of sustainability measures to heart and weave their commitment to the environment into their messaging—but with care.—
Megan Poinski,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2025
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This season goes even deeper—there’s more grit, more heart, and a lot more on the line.—
Abigail Lee,
Variety,
1 July 2025
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The roots of the Phlegms begin with McKitrick, who grew up in Houston, Texas, and Williams, who is from Little Rock.—
Sean Clancy,
Arkansas Online,
26 June 2025
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Wang’s team compared the highly active genes in both rabbits and mice after injury and traced the roots of this difference to a gene called Aldh1a2, which was strongly activated in rabbits and remained inactive in mice.—
Jacek Krywko,
ArsTechnica,
26 June 2025
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This delicious salad is packed with bold flavor thanks to smoky-spiced corn kernels and a jalapeño ranch dressing, perfectly balanced by bites of creamy avocado and crisp romaine.—
Ronny Maye,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2025
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While bacon cooks, remove kernels from corn cobs and place in a large bowl.—
Marianne Williams,
Southern Living,
28 June 2025
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But the absurd has become almost predictable at this point.—
Stephen Marche,
The Atlantic,
1 July 2025
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Colapinto and Yuki Tsunoda were fighting for a position outside of the points at the same time.—
Saajan Jogia,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 July 2025
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“Centerpiece.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/centerpiece. Accessed 8 Jul. 2025.
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