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as in notions
an idea or statement about all of the members of a group or all the instances of a situation
trying to change the public's concept of a nightly newscast
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as in ideas
something imagined or pictured in the mind
a concept for a new kind of automobile that could revolutionize the industry
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Recent Examples of concepts
One-of-a-kind concepts and special vehicles are kept at Ford's world headquarters.
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Eric D. Lawrence, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2025
Her search returned terms, concepts and medical jargon previously unfamiliar to the then-college student.
—Zoey Lyttle, People.com, 27 Aug. 2025
These themes will be underpinned by the introduction of the Innovation Route, a tour that identifies and promotes 42 of yachting’s most promising concepts, from eco-design to alternative forms of propulsion.
—Julia Zaltzman, Robb Report, 27 Aug. 2025
Guests can choose between five dining concepts, and there will be an expansive wellness complex.
—Nicole Trilivas, Forbes.com, 26 Aug. 2025
The book even introduces entrepreneurial concepts as well as how to open a bank account, create a budget, invest, and even to donate money.
—Essence, 25 Aug. 2025
The best comedies come from out of nowhere, and they are often based on unique and wild concepts.
—Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 25 Aug. 2025
The group has tested multiple concepts there since 2018, including a coffee joint and for overflow at Agave & Rye's flagship location.
—Grace Tucker, The Enquirer, 21 Aug. 2025
While the restaurant will be missed, the ownership group, Square One Concepts — the group behind concepts across Arizona, California and Texas including Bourbon & Bones Chophouse and Bar and Wasted Grain — retained the space and the location will soon be home to a new version of an old concept.
—Dina Kaur, AZCentral.com, 20 Aug. 2025
Eric D. Lawrence, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2025
Her search returned terms, concepts and medical jargon previously unfamiliar to the then-college student.
—Zoey Lyttle, People.com, 27 Aug. 2025
These themes will be underpinned by the introduction of the Innovation Route, a tour that identifies and promotes 42 of yachting’s most promising concepts, from eco-design to alternative forms of propulsion.
—Julia Zaltzman, Robb Report, 27 Aug. 2025
Guests can choose between five dining concepts, and there will be an expansive wellness complex.
—Nicole Trilivas, Forbes.com, 26 Aug. 2025
The book even introduces entrepreneurial concepts as well as how to open a bank account, create a budget, invest, and even to donate money.
—Essence, 25 Aug. 2025
The best comedies come from out of nowhere, and they are often based on unique and wild concepts.
—Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 25 Aug. 2025
The group has tested multiple concepts there since 2018, including a coffee joint and for overflow at Agave & Rye's flagship location.
—Grace Tucker, The Enquirer, 21 Aug. 2025
While the restaurant will be missed, the ownership group, Square One Concepts — the group behind concepts across Arizona, California and Texas including Bourbon & Bones Chophouse and Bar and Wasted Grain — retained the space and the location will soon be home to a new version of an old concept.
—Dina Kaur, AZCentral.com, 20 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for concepts
Noun
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The answer depends entirely on subjective judgements, and people have wildly differing notions of what behaviors are appropriate.—
The Editors,
JSTOR Daily,
26 Aug. 2025
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The Gaza war shattered notions that, for years, have been activated on behalf of a peace-process mythology.—
Hussein Agha,
New Yorker,
22 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Get our best Halloween celebration ideas, including party decor, tasty treats, and DIYs for the whole family.—
Sheena Chihak,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 Sep. 2025
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By adapting similar ideas to tanks and fighting vehicles, China signals its push to integrate digital technology across services.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
2 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Before becoming a Page 3 model, Hazell knew the stereotypes that accompanied the lifestyle.—
Alyssa Goldberg,
USA Today,
27 Aug. 2025
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However, the path to acceptance and moving past real-world stereotypes and limitations remains a challenge.—
Lindsey Darvin,
Forbes.com,
27 Aug. 2025
Noun
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As a lifelong Catholic, thoughts and prayers, and knowing God is watching over me, give me comfort and the strength to get through tumultuous times.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Sep. 2025
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Want to stay up to date on IndieWire’s film reviews and critical thoughts?—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
2 Sep. 2025
Noun
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As of Friday night, hundreds of comments had flooded the zoo’s post with memories and pictures of Axhi.—
Tess Kenny,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Aug. 2025
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Of course, this stat includes the myriad styles of chardonnay, even if our collective imagination pictures throngs of stereotypical oaky chard drinkers clinking glasses while snacking on sticks of butter.—
Devin Parr,
Forbes.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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“Concepts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/concepts. Accessed 5 Sep. 2025.
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