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as in structure
the arrangement of parts that gives something its basic form
the basic configuration of the building is that of a geodesic dome
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as in layout
the way in which something is sized, arranged, or organized
a small business computer system in its simplest configuration
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as in design
the way in which the elements of something (as a work of art) are arranged
his photographs have an intentionally loose configuration, with no single object intended as the primary center of interest
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as in shape
the outward appearance of something as distinguished from its substance
a birthday cake in the configuration of a top hat
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Recent Examples of configuration
The version of the SLS rocket with the EUS, known as Block 1B, is supposed to deliver a 40 percent increase in performance over the Block 1 configuration used on the first three Space Launch System flights.
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Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 25 July 2025
The mystery dial configuration consists of no fewer than eight complications and mechanical components that appear to float independently on the Maillechort dial.
—Anthony Demarco, Forbes.com, 24 July 2025
Against Rostock, Villa deployed wing-backs, yet the overall configuration appeared nearly identical.
—Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 23 July 2025
In almost every configuration of the Spirit (there are six total), burners come with a heat boosting sear setting that increased the max temperature, according to my laser thermometer, up to over 800℉.
—Noah Kaufman, Bon Appetit Magazine, 23 July 2025
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Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 25 July 2025
The mystery dial configuration consists of no fewer than eight complications and mechanical components that appear to float independently on the Maillechort dial.
—Anthony Demarco, Forbes.com, 24 July 2025
Against Rostock, Villa deployed wing-backs, yet the overall configuration appeared nearly identical.
—Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 23 July 2025
In almost every configuration of the Spirit (there are six total), burners come with a heat boosting sear setting that increased the max temperature, according to my laser thermometer, up to over 800℉.
—Noah Kaufman, Bon Appetit Magazine, 23 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for configuration
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The structure is built up to 33 stories, and the project, which is ahead of schedule, will reach a key milestone of 50% completion by the end of July.—
Alysa Guffey,
IndyStar,
29 July 2025
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Now, a glass curtain wall and some metal panels line the structure's edge.—
Sydney Franklin,
The Enquirer,
29 July 2025
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Aside from a few upfront requests regarding the number of rooms and layout, the couple left the aesthetics up to Baimakhan.—
Rachel Gallaher,
Robb Report,
2 Aug. 2025
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Inside The Corolla Cross Hybrid mirrors the Corolla sedan inside—basic, functional, and nearly identical in layout, with the same dash, instrument panel, and features.—
Josh Max,
Forbes.com,
2 Aug. 2025
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The bar's design won the Best Bar Design Award at North America's 50 Best Bars.—
Bahar Anooshahr,
AZCentral.com,
31 July 2025
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Its design is inspired by a fairytale and is furnished with mossy interior walls, an upside-down two-top on the ceiling and award-winning bathrooms, among many other details.—
Susan Stapleton,
The Tennessean,
31 July 2025
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Because the shape was incomplete, the alert was sent out to all of Warren County, and some of Montgomery County, Centerville and Middletown.—
The Enquirer,
The Enquirer,
30 July 2025
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Starting in Catalonia may influence the shape of the route too — will the race be sent straight towards the nearby Pyrenees in the first week?—
Jacob Whitehead,
New York Times,
29 July 2025
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To encourage an open AI ecosystem, the White House recommends improving the financial market for compute in a framework that could look similar to spot and forward prices for commodities.—
Rachyl Jones,
semafor.com,
25 July 2025
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Indeed, Trump hinted on multiple occasions that the framework for a trade deal with India is close to the finishing line.—
Mavis Mook,
CNBC,
25 July 2025
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Incorporating xylitol gum into your dental routine reduces plaque accumulation and cavity formation.—
Amy Brownstein,
Verywell Health,
1 Aug. 2025
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This is difficult to accurately document in the field, as single eruptions tend to merge together, forming an apparent uniform igneous rock formation.—
David Bressan,
Forbes.com,
31 July 2025
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In an April 14 meeting with Dobie families, Segura told them that administrators had three options for the school: shut it down permanently, shut it down temporarily and reopen it in a new format, or partner with a charter organization to operate the campus.—
Keri Heath,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
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In a bid to attract some of the sport’s biggest names, the USTA increased the prize money, switched mixed doubles from the same time as the singles and other doubles events to the week before the start of singles competition and reduced the format to first-to-four-game sets with no-ad scoring.—
Howard Fendrich,
Baltimore Sun,
29 July 2025
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The game will raise money for the nonprofit Carver Center for Families, which provides counseling and other forms of support for families.—
Claire Osborn,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
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The festival marked a new form of collaboration to help spark the return of live performances.—
Celia Shatzman,
Forbes.com,
29 July 2025
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“Configuration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/configuration. Accessed 8 Aug. 2025.
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