as in anthology
a collection of writings
the poet bound a compilation of her best work into a single volume
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The song, first released in 1998, is widely considered one of the essential tracks to emerge from the UKG scene and has appeared as a staple in DJ sets and compilations since.
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Thomas Smith, Billboard, 30 Jan. 2026
For premature babies, that's especially true, and now a compilation of studies published in the American Academy of Pediatrics' journal confirms it.
—Nicole Villalpando, Austin American Statesman, 30 Jan. 2026
Bruno Mars was announced as this year’s Record Store Day Ambassador Friday, releasing a video extolling the virtue of record shops and vinyl, along with announcing plans for an exclusive compilation LP to come out as part of RSD on April 18.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 30 Jan. 2026
Throughout the compilation of clips, Kristy smiles and smolders in the mirror while using a bottle of the luxury brand's Libre Berry Crush perfume.
—Zoey Lyttle, PEOPLE, 27 Jan. 2026
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Thomas Smith, Billboard, 30 Jan. 2026
For premature babies, that's especially true, and now a compilation of studies published in the American Academy of Pediatrics' journal confirms it.
—Nicole Villalpando, Austin American Statesman, 30 Jan. 2026
Bruno Mars was announced as this year’s Record Store Day Ambassador Friday, releasing a video extolling the virtue of record shops and vinyl, along with announcing plans for an exclusive compilation LP to come out as part of RSD on April 18.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 30 Jan. 2026
Throughout the compilation of clips, Kristy smiles and smolders in the mirror while using a bottle of the luxury brand's Libre Berry Crush perfume.
—Zoey Lyttle, PEOPLE, 27 Jan. 2026
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anthology
Noun
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Rahul Dholakia Hum Hindustani, following a team of officials in a newly independent India; Pulkit’s crime drama Kartavya, starring Saif Ali Khan; and the third instalment of film anthology Lust Stories.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
3 Feb. 2026
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The anthology series has previously filmed at real Four Seasons resorts, beginning in Hawaii for season 1, moving to Italy for season 2 and Thailand for season 3.—
Samantha Stutsman,
PEOPLE,
31 Jan. 2026
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“Compilation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/compilation. Accessed 8 Feb. 2026.
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