as in anthology
a collection of writings
the poet bound a compilation of her best work into a single volume
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Beyond the bright visuals and fun music, this extended compilation helps kids learn about different vehicles and their functions in a fun and engaging way.
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Annabelle Canela, Parents, 2 May 2025
In the nearly 22-minute compilation of videos, multiple officers are heard repeatedly yelling at a woman, identified by the LAPD as Lauren, instructing her to drop her gun.
—Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 30 Apr. 2025
The video was a compilation of clips that featured her kids spending time together.
—Skyler Caruso, People.com, 29 Apr. 2025
The New York Giants quarterback shared his own post celebrating the milestone with a sweet compilation of the couple throughout the years, which also included cute snaps with their kids.
—Kimberlee Speakman, People.com, 25 Apr. 2025
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Annabelle Canela, Parents, 2 May 2025
In the nearly 22-minute compilation of videos, multiple officers are heard repeatedly yelling at a woman, identified by the LAPD as Lauren, instructing her to drop her gun.
—Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 30 Apr. 2025
The video was a compilation of clips that featured her kids spending time together.
—Skyler Caruso, People.com, 29 Apr. 2025
The New York Giants quarterback shared his own post celebrating the milestone with a sweet compilation of the couple throughout the years, which also included cute snaps with their kids.
—Kimberlee Speakman, People.com, 25 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for compilation
anthology
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Billboard can report that the events surrounding the tragic festival at NRG Park will be featured in the first episode of Netflix’s upcoming anthology series Trainwreck.—
Michael Saponara,
Billboard,
14 May 2025
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Ryan Murphy has found his Kennedys after an intensive casting search for the first installment of his new FX anthology series, American Love Story.—
Meredith Kile,
People.com,
13 May 2025
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“Compilation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/compilation. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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