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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
At the time, the only configuration available had a terabyte of storage and cost $1,099.
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Luke Larsen, Wired News, 17 July 2025
Each configuration has a meaning, each one is judged and evaluated and acclaimed or condemned or let pass by the ten thousand possible configurations of the face of the person watching you, who is also being watched by you, and by others, one of whom may be artificial.
—Michael W. Clune, Harpers Magazine, 16 July 2025
This is excellent news for those looking for a daily-use laptop on a budget because this configuration features the same comfortable keyboard and touchpad, but has a more powerful processor.
—Jade Chung-Lee, PC Magazine, 14 July 2025
It was caused by poor configuration and an absence of basic security controls.
—Emil Sayegh, Forbes.com, 12 July 2025
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Luke Larsen, Wired News, 17 July 2025
Each configuration has a meaning, each one is judged and evaluated and acclaimed or condemned or let pass by the ten thousand possible configurations of the face of the person watching you, who is also being watched by you, and by others, one of whom may be artificial.
—Michael W. Clune, Harpers Magazine, 16 July 2025
This is excellent news for those looking for a daily-use laptop on a budget because this configuration features the same comfortable keyboard and touchpad, but has a more powerful processor.
—Jade Chung-Lee, PC Magazine, 14 July 2025
It was caused by poor configuration and an absence of basic security controls.
—Emil Sayegh, Forbes.com, 12 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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Even though many European cities employ map layouts that are far more complex than many American street scenarios, Tesla says that with FSD Supervised, the Model 3 could move through inner-city streets with little human supervision.—
Peter Lyon,
Forbes.com,
21 July 2025
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What’s especially unique about this tiny house is its varied layout options.—
Rylee Johnston,
People.com,
20 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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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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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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Healthy poop is the shape of a sausage and looks like a log with cracks and crevices, according to the Bristol Stool Chart.7 Poop that’s small and hard like a pebble can mean you’re constipated—dehydration, not eating enough fiber, or certain medications can cause this.—
Cathy Nelson,
Health,
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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They can be dropped into any campaign, though there are frameworks available in the book for those groups that want to stitch these stories together.—
Rob Wieland,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
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Astronomers can determine the age of these space rocks to calculate when the clock started on the solar system's formation.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
18 July 2025
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Kickback Soccer Media Launches, Partners With Bluesky A collective of over a dozen entrepreneurs and media personalities announced the formation of Kickback Soccer Media, an American soccer media platform looking to galvanize the American soccer community for the 2026 World Cup and beyond.—
Sportico Staff,
Sportico.com,
18 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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Standardized data formats provide the foundation for intelligent agents and ERP platforms to share and act on information effectively, which is essential for cross-enterprise collaboration in complex multi-tier supply chains.—
Robert Kramer,
Forbes.com,
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 2 Aug. 2025.
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