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as in topic
a major object of interest or concern (as in a discussion or artistic composition)
although I appreciate the poem's lyrical qualities, I don't understand its content
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as in coverage
the amount of something (as subject matter) included
judging from the table of contents, I'd have to say that this book covers most of the major topics in American history
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as in meaning
the idea that is conveyed or intended to be conveyed to the mind by language, symbol, or action
the speech was filled with fine words but devoid of any real content
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as in enjoyment
the feeling experienced when one's wishes are met
slept to her heart's content on weekends
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as in satisfied
feeling that one's needs or desires have been met
are you content with your present salary?
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as in to please
to give satisfaction to
a person easily contented by life's simple pleasures
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Recent Examples of content
Elizabeth Blair, NPR, 4 Nov. 2025
Trevor Rose, who was EVP, Head of Global Talent and Content Development for Showtime/MTVE, will lead talent and content strategy.
—Peter White, Deadline, 4 Nov. 2025
Kirk Kenney, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Oct. 2025
With stocks potentially overvalued, some investors are content to sit on the sidelines.
—Daniel De Visé, USA Today, 27 Oct. 2025
Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 16 Oct. 2025
Sales of this card have slowed in recent months as anyone who has one seems to content to hold on to it.
—Andrew MacKie, New York Times, 29 Sep. 2025
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Noun
Chloe Malle, head of editorial content for American Vogue, will oversee the outlet.
—Elizabeth Blair, NPR, 4 Nov. 2025
Trevor Rose, who was EVP, Head of Global Talent and Content Development for Showtime/MTVE, will lead talent and content strategy.
—Peter White, Deadline, 4 Nov. 2025
Adjective
Strasburg isn’t content to simply write checks.
—Kirk Kenney, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Oct. 2025
With stocks potentially overvalued, some investors are content to sit on the sidelines.
—Daniel De Visé, USA Today, 27 Oct. 2025
Verb
For the time being, alas, those of us who sing its praises will have to content ourselves with its status as a modern cult classic.
—Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 16 Oct. 2025
Sales of this card have slowed in recent months as anyone who has one seems to content to hold on to it.
—Andrew MacKie, New York Times, 29 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for content
Adjective
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While not entirely up to par with its predecessor, its incorporation of the Amityville house murders, Joseph Bishara's haunting musical score, and Wan's hyper-frenzied direction should still leave most Conjuring fans satisfied.—
Michael Lee Simpson,
Entertainment Weekly,
29 Oct. 2025
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The pact is said be worth as much as $70 million to Allen — assuming that pre-determined audience metrics are satisfied — over the life of the contract.—
Cynthia Littleton,
Variety,
29 Oct. 2025
Verb
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There’s always someone around the corner who’s eager to please you, but being so recognizable can become incredibly isolating as well.—
Brian Davids,
HollywoodReporter,
30 Oct. 2025
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Ahead of her concerts in New York City, Sabrina Carpenter is encouraging subway riders to please, please, please practice good etiquette on the trains.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
30 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The Danish drugmaker's unsolicited bid is rarely seen in the industry, and Pfizer certainly wasn't happy about it.—
Annika Kim Constantino,Bertha Coombs,
CNBC,
5 Nov. 2025
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The hunky leading man was happy to take on the moniker.—
Gabrielle Rockson,
PEOPLE,
5 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Nancy Bernstorff and Terri Lopez, both from Ramona, said they were delighted by Truett’s artwork.—
Regina Elling,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 Nov. 2025
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The buttery shortbread dough, coated twice in powdered sugar, creates a melt-in-your-mouth treat that’s sure to delight.—
Macie Stump,
Southern Living,
4 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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While acknowledging the challenges and volatility of the current global scenario, the group’s chief executive officer Andrea Guerra sounded pleased with the performance during a call with analysts on Thursday at the end of trading in Hong Kong, where the company is publicly listed.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
23 Oct. 2025
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Strickland was pleased with how the Stallions rose up to the challenge of playing in the elite Division 1 that has 12 teams playing in the 16-team bracket (four teams had first-round byes).—
Steve Fryer,
Oc Register,
23 Oct. 2025
Verb
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And the compressed timeframe of the story ticks down to a hugely satisfying climactic encounter in the mountains.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
6 Nov. 2025
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Each is ready in minutes, ideal for a filling lunch or a quick, satisfying snack.—
Adam Mills,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
Verb
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In the minds of many – but not all – hurricane and climate experts, Melissa’s terrifying trip through the Caribbean also piled on evidence of the increasing influence of a warming ocean on an evolving hurricane landscape.—
Dinah Voyles Pulver,
USA Today,
2 Nov. 2025
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Slow-Cooker Vegetable Soup This slow cooker vegetable soup is guaranteed to warm you up on a chilly day.—
Phoebe Evans,
Southern Living,
2 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Will Smith’s solo blast in the 11th sealed the Jays’ fate, but along the way fans feasted on a host of World Series anomalies, including a rare bench-clearing in the bottom of the fourth after Dodgers reliever Justin Wrobleski plunked Jays shortstop Andrés Giménez with a four-seamer.—
Anthony Crupi,
Sportico.com,
3 Nov. 2025
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Unlike bears and big cats, which kill their prey and then consume it, canines oftentimes tire their prey, bring it down, and start feasting on and around the hind quarters while the animal is still alive.—
Josh Honeycutt,
Outdoor Life,
30 Oct. 2025
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“Content.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/content. Accessed 8 Nov. 2025.
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