as in roots
the central part or aspect of something under consideration
resolution of the original dispute became the centerpiece of the negotiations
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of centerpieces
True to house tradition, the jewels were finished using Sauer’s signature cutting technique, originally developed by Jules to transform rough minerals into luminous centerpieces.
—
Mark Ellwood, Robb Report, 2 Nov. 2025
But that is exactly why Cincinnati Ballet artistic director Cervilio Miguel Amador wanted to make this work one of the centerpieces of the 2025-2026 season.
—David Lyman, Cincinnati Enquirer, 30 Oct. 2025
Some end up as centerpieces at local fairs and fall festivals, where artists transform them into elaborate displays, while others are chosen for crowd-pleasing traditions like crane drops and the town’s annual pumpkin regatta.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 29 Oct. 2025
Plus, many of these displays can be brought indoors and used as fall centerpieces during seasonal entertaining.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Oct. 2025
This mix of coffee, garlic, paprika, brown sugar, and sea salt transforms average steaks, ground beef, or pork into flavorful centerpieces.
—Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 4 Oct. 2025
In that light, regulatory and tax strategies, which are already centerpieces of the Administration’s policy agenda, merit being pursued vigorously.
—Alden Abbott, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
More youth in the pipeline is necessary to join Mikey Anderson and Brandt Clarke, the future centerpieces of the blue line.
—Eric Stephens, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2025
Sports franchises have become the big-brand centerpieces to global platform companies with tentacles that encompass adjacent industries like finance, big tech, real estate and media.
—Sportico Staff, Sportico.com, 12 Sep. 2025
Mark Ellwood, Robb Report, 2 Nov. 2025
But that is exactly why Cincinnati Ballet artistic director Cervilio Miguel Amador wanted to make this work one of the centerpieces of the 2025-2026 season.
—David Lyman, Cincinnati Enquirer, 30 Oct. 2025
Some end up as centerpieces at local fairs and fall festivals, where artists transform them into elaborate displays, while others are chosen for crowd-pleasing traditions like crane drops and the town’s annual pumpkin regatta.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 29 Oct. 2025
Plus, many of these displays can be brought indoors and used as fall centerpieces during seasonal entertaining.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Oct. 2025
This mix of coffee, garlic, paprika, brown sugar, and sea salt transforms average steaks, ground beef, or pork into flavorful centerpieces.
—Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 4 Oct. 2025
In that light, regulatory and tax strategies, which are already centerpieces of the Administration’s policy agenda, merit being pursued vigorously.
—Alden Abbott, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
More youth in the pipeline is necessary to join Mikey Anderson and Brandt Clarke, the future centerpieces of the blue line.
—Eric Stephens, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2025
Sports franchises have become the big-brand centerpieces to global platform companies with tentacles that encompass adjacent industries like finance, big tech, real estate and media.
—Sportico Staff, Sportico.com, 12 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for centerpieces
Noun
-
Evolito itself traces its roots to YASA’s early axial flux technology.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
24 Oct. 2025
-
For better or for worse, the Halo franchise seems to be done with wacky campaign experiments and is returning to its roots.—
Alyssa Mercante,
Rolling Stone,
24 Oct. 2025
Noun
-
Gizmo’s incredible adoption story has certainly melted hearts online after Neveux documented her journey on TikTok (@saviiirose).—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
-
Our hearts are with the family, friends, and fellow crew members grieving this unimaginable loss.—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
4 Nov. 2025
Noun
-
Infused in cleansers, toners, and even essences, K-beauty’s exfoliating ingredients are often gentle and appear alongside hydrators to keep skin comfortable, while still delivering their brightening, smoothing, and resurfacing benefits.—
Deanna Pai,
Vogue,
14 Oct. 2025
-
The songs pack a wide range of elements into a single track, starting with rock, pop, soul, funk, dub, club music, and rap, plus various other essences, from singer-songwriter-like qualities to music originating from Japan’s internet like Vocaloid.—
Billboard Japan,
Billboard,
25 Sep. 2025
Noun
-
Moisture helps break up soil cores and promotes turf recovery after aeration.—
Megan Hughes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 Oct. 2025
-
Redevelopment in city cores will be costly, dangerous and prolonged.—
Shelly Culbertson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 Oct. 2025
Noun
-
Toss the crispy gnocchi with lots of sweet, fresh corn kernels, prepared pesto and a hefty sprinkle of grated cheese, and broil until the cheese gets bubbly, gooey and slightly charred in spots.—
The New York Times News Service Syndicate,
Denver Post,
22 Oct. 2025
-
But critics say the memo builds on kernels of truth before veering into unscientific fringe theories.—
Stephanie Armour,
CNN Money,
16 Oct. 2025
Noun
-
Additional pre-carved meats include turkey with pan gravy ($21/pound), smoked ham ($17/pound), or Saz’s barbecue riblets ($35/dozen) or baby back ribs ($20/half rack).—
Elaine Rewolinski,
jsonline.com,
3 Nov. 2025
-
Always thoroughly wash your hands after handling and preparing food, especially raw or uncooked meats and produce.—
Mary Walrath-Holdridge,
Freep.com,
3 Nov. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Centerpieces.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/centerpieces. Accessed 8 Nov. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share