1
as in library
an organized group of objects acquired and maintained for study, exhibition, or personal pleasure
his stamp collection has become quite valuable
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2
as in accumulation
a mass or quantity that has piled up or that has been gathered over a period of time
a collection of lint underneath the dryer
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3
as in batch
a number of things considered as a unit
the historic village boasts an interesting collection of gift shops and antique stores
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Recent Examples of collection
The Strata takes a different approach entirely, comprising multiple pouches in varying sizes that can be worn individually as clutches or combined using chains and straps from other pieces in the collection.
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Ritu Upadhyay, Footwear News, 3 Nov. 2025
Adding to the allure of the Big Piece is the fact that it has been hidden for decades within a private collection.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 3 Nov. 2025
The boho-chic trend continues to dominate, carried over from the last few spring and summer collections.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 1 Nov. 2025
More than half took place in Europe, where 18,000 objects such as rare coins, paintings, sculptures and archaeological objects were stolen from public and private collections.
—Kim Hjelmgaard, USA Today, 1 Nov. 2025
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Ritu Upadhyay, Footwear News, 3 Nov. 2025
Adding to the allure of the Big Piece is the fact that it has been hidden for decades within a private collection.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 3 Nov. 2025
The boho-chic trend continues to dominate, carried over from the last few spring and summer collections.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 1 Nov. 2025
More than half took place in Europe, where 18,000 objects such as rare coins, paintings, sculptures and archaeological objects were stolen from public and private collections.
—Kim Hjelmgaard, USA Today, 1 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for collection
Noun
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Opponents raised concerns about the cost of new construction and long-term debt, arguing that renovations could have addressed the library’s deficiencies.—
Daniel Hunt,
Sacbee.com,
8 Nov. 2025
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We've been blocked out of our own library during finals week.—
Preston Mizell,
FOXNews.com,
8 Nov. 2025
Noun
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There was ice accumulation on the condenser fan piping in the walk-in bakery freezer.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
7 Nov. 2025
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Any snowfall will likely be just flurries, with no accumulation anticipated, the weather service said.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
7 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Now, one of her enemies has done the same — only this batch of flames is more like being tossed into an incinerator than warming up by the fireplace.—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
4 Nov. 2025
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The scarcity is not performed but natural; small-batch production means fewer than a thousand of any one item exist.—
Maria Williams,
USA Today,
4 Nov. 2025
Noun
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In it, novice nun Viridiana (Silvia Pinal) does her utmost to maintain her Catholic principles, but her lecherous uncle (Fernando Rey) and a motley assemblage of paupers force her to confront the limits of her idealism.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
5 Nov. 2025
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But the contract didn’t define such activity or spell out what a large assemblage means.—
Jeff McDonald,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
28 Oct. 2025
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The gathering of several hundred people reflected a who’s who of executives and leaders across the industry as well as longtime friends and family.—
Cynthia Littleton,
Variety,
9 Nov. 2025
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The gathering marks the royal family's first public reunion since King Charles formally stripped his younger brother, the former Prince Andrew, of his royal titles and ordered him to leave his Windsor home, Forest Lodge.—
Stephanie Petit,
PEOPLE,
9 Nov. 2025
Noun
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These gorgeous cluster bowls from The Favorites make creating a holiday dip spread, a crudité platter, a taco night, or a baked potato bar—use your imagination—so much faster and easier.—
Lauren Bengtson,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Nov. 2025
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Now, however the cluster of six ±1% moves since the sharp 3% drop on October 10 has materialized.—
Frank Cappelleri,
CNBC,
5 Nov. 2025
Noun
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As Spring told Fortune, Macy’s recent success—including its best quarter for sales growth in three years—is thanks to a playbook focused on less store clutter, a more focused assortment of products and brands, and more staffing in key departments such as women’s shoes and dresses.—
Phil Wahba,
Fortune,
7 Nov. 2025
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Passive funds are attractive because, with their investment fees typically running ~80% lower than active funds, they’re viewed as a cheaper way to own a diverse assortment of stocks.—
Mark Dent,
HubSpot,
7 Nov. 2025
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Silgranit sinks can be cleaned with a mixture of dish soap and vinegar, which will need to sit for at least an hour if there are any hard water deposits before being rinsed and dried.—
Lauren Wicks,
Southern Living,
6 Nov. 2025
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Shape mixture into 36 meatballs; place in a shallow baking pan.—
Maddy Bendgen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Nov. 2025
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“Collection.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/collection. Accessed 11 Nov. 2025.
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