1
as in architectures
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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2
as in layouts
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 formats
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 shapes
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 configurations
Again, Lenovo did not specify alternate configurations.
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Iyaz Akhtar, PC Magazine, 5 Sep. 2025
Made of stone, the interior walls form boxy configurations that are difficult to adapt to the lives of people who want ease of movement.
—Joseph Giovannini, Architectural Digest, 4 Sep. 2025
The new collection will be offered in physical form in four-LP and four-CD configurations, with the Blu-Ray of the new Count Basie Theatre performance being included with both the vinyl and compact disc sets.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 4 Sep. 2025
The team consults the Urban Dictionary for meanings of less common terms and reviews an internal document of objectionable configurations.
—Angele Latham, The Tennessean, 3 Sep. 2025
According to the researchers, the 40-neutron island of inversion is one of only a few small islands of exotic nuclei scattered across the neutron-rich edge of the nuclear chart, which is dominated by more conventional, stable configurations.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 3 Sep. 2025
The new OpenAI models come in two variants (120b and 20b) to run on less powerful hardware configurations.
—Ryan Whitwam, ArsTechnica, 5 Aug. 2025
Teams build elaborate topologies, nested firewalls and handcrafted configurations.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2025
This feature allows users to customize aspect ratios and picture sizes with one-touch switching between preset configurations.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, interestingengineering.com, 30 Dec. 2024
Iyaz Akhtar, PC Magazine, 5 Sep. 2025
Made of stone, the interior walls form boxy configurations that are difficult to adapt to the lives of people who want ease of movement.
—Joseph Giovannini, Architectural Digest, 4 Sep. 2025
The new collection will be offered in physical form in four-LP and four-CD configurations, with the Blu-Ray of the new Count Basie Theatre performance being included with both the vinyl and compact disc sets.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 4 Sep. 2025
The team consults the Urban Dictionary for meanings of less common terms and reviews an internal document of objectionable configurations.
—Angele Latham, The Tennessean, 3 Sep. 2025
According to the researchers, the 40-neutron island of inversion is one of only a few small islands of exotic nuclei scattered across the neutron-rich edge of the nuclear chart, which is dominated by more conventional, stable configurations.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 3 Sep. 2025
The new OpenAI models come in two variants (120b and 20b) to run on less powerful hardware configurations.
—Ryan Whitwam, ArsTechnica, 5 Aug. 2025
Teams build elaborate topologies, nested firewalls and handcrafted configurations.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2025
This feature allows users to customize aspect ratios and picture sizes with one-touch switching between preset configurations.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, interestingengineering.com, 30 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for configurations
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Leaders who modernize with hybrid architectures can reduce latency and accelerate reporting, improve compliance and enhance operational efficiency.—
Chris "Jay" Hawkinson,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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According to the research team, the challenge lies in making these two different architectures work together.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
2 Sep. 2025
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Rather than cling to outdated layouts, firms are reallocating space based on behavior.—
Alaa Pasha,
Forbes.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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These builders are celebrated for their attention to detail, innovative layouts, and quality craftsmanship.—
Prime Development,
Kansas City Star,
4 Aug. 2025
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In a wide-ranging conversation at the Toronto International Film Festival that spanned Christopher Nolan, premium theatrical formats, TikTok and the Fast & Furious franchise, Universal’s Donna Langley talked about the state of her studio and the film industry.—
Mia Galuppo,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Sep. 2025
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With formats like RealD 3D, 4DX and IMAX 3D dominating premium exhibition, seven of the top ten new releases from May to July made a combined $222 million on 3D screens, or 13% of all tickets sold.—
Gregg Goldstein,
Variety,
6 Sep. 2025
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The Labubu keychains everyone is obsessed with are furry and come in different colors, shapes and sizes.—
Julia Gomez,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
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Generally, the small, sticker-like bandages used to cover and heal unwanted spots come in all different shapes and sizes with varying degrees of effectiveness.—
Hannah Millington,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Sep. 2025
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Pauli and Jung found connection through their fringe theoretical frameworks, psychology and physics playing on each other to make up one beautiful and haunting mess of a universe.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
8 Sep. 2025
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The Trust Protocol has set minimum requirements for its Field Partner Program, adapting regenerative agriculture frameworks from major organizations.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
8 Sep. 2025
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The study, published Wednesday in the journal Nature, found that global carbon storage capacity was 10 times less than previous estimates after ruling out geological formations where the gas could leak, trigger earthquakes or contaminate groundwater, or had other limitations.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
5 Sep. 2025
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The epic made breathtaking use of the country’s terrain, including the red cliffs of Wadi Rum and the rock formations of Jebel Tubeiq.—
Mathew Scott,
HollywoodReporter,
4 Sep. 2025
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From grasscloth and linen-look finishes to matte and mica fibrous effects, new wallpaper substrates soften formal designs and introduce a tactile, modern quality.—
Sophie Flaxman,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Sep. 2025
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Smith's designs were selected for Oprah's Favorite Things in 2020 and have appeared in Essence, InStyle and Hamptons magazine.—
Vandana Pawa,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
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Her mother and grandmother had gotten through the pitfalls of motherhood without medication or other forms of support; her mom worked a full-time job while raising three kids.—
Alyssa Goldberg,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
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Hamas, for example, is Sunni, and the Houthis of Yemen and Alawites of Syria practice forms of Shiism distinct from Iran’s.—
Graeme Wood,
The Atlantic,
2 Sep. 2025
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“Configurations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/configurations. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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