as in compilation
a collection of writings
in the library I discovered a three-volume collectanea containing all of the author's known writings
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In the United Kingdom — where The Beatles got off to a fantastic start before taking over the world — the group’s presence can always be felt on the charts via a handful of compilations.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2025 -
Earlier this month, All Things Go announced the first installment of its forthcoming benefit compilation, with 100% of the proceeds going to their longtime collaborators at The Ally Coalition (TAC), a leading nonprofit dedicated to supporting LGBTQ+ youth, founded by Jack and Rachel Antonoff.—
Jem Aswad,
Variety,
23 June 2025
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American Love Story is the latest in Murphy’s American Story anthology series, following American Horror Story, American Crime Story and American Sports Story.—
Meredith Kile,
People.com,
19 June 2025
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June 17, 2025 HBO’s buzzy, satirical murder dramedy (rich-people mystery anthology?—
Elizabeth Logan,
Glamour,
17 June 2025
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