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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
Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 26 Mar. 2026
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—Daniel Arkin, NBC news, 26 Mar. 2026
Megan Cerullo, CBS News, 24 Mar. 2026
As part of a push to expand partnerships with content-minded brands, Wavelength has hired advertising veteran Matt Kline as chief growth officer.
—Mikey O'Connell, HollywoodReporter, 23 Mar. 2026
Victor Tangermann, Futurism, 11 Mar. 2026
Skip to content The president seems to be at odds with both himself and his secretary of defense about the status of the conflict.
—David A. Graham, The Atlantic, 10 Mar. 2026
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Noun
The emotional appeal and audience desire for wholesome content contributed to the spread.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 26 Mar. 2026
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—Daniel Arkin, NBC news, 26 Mar. 2026
Adjective
OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, launched Sora in February 2024, sparking vigorous discussion about the future of content creation, filmmaking and media in the age of artificial intelligence.
—Megan Cerullo, CBS News, 24 Mar. 2026
As part of a push to expand partnerships with content-minded brands, Wavelength has hired advertising veteran Matt Kline as chief growth officer.
—Mikey O'Connell, HollywoodReporter, 23 Mar. 2026
Verb
For now, scientists will have to content themselves with a treasure chest of data from an extremely rare glimpse of a distant star system.
—Victor Tangermann, Futurism, 11 Mar. 2026
Skip to content The president seems to be at odds with both himself and his secretary of defense about the status of the conflict.
—David A. Graham, The Atlantic, 10 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for content
Adjective
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But after multiple meetings between Aaron and Apple’s representatives, the company seemed satisfied that, per its guidelines, ICEBlock would not solicit or encourage criminal behavior.—
Oriana van Praag,
New Yorker,
28 Mar. 2026
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That being said, there is hope that the production can satiate an audience almost as much as Tony is satisfied by his favorite dark liquor.—
David John Chávez,
Mercury News,
27 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Bathrooms are smartly designed to fit large shower-baths into a relatively compact space; tiling is dark and mirrored with pleasing gold accents.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Mar. 2026
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The ex-governor, who was recalled in 2003 and replaced by Arnold Schwarzenegger, acknowledged his comments won’t please Democrats worried about the party’s large field splintering support, resulting in two Republicans advancing to the November runoff.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Note that the service isn't particularly happy, helpful, or welcoming, but who has time for pleasantries when you're slammed all day?—
CNT Editors,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Mar. 2026
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However, the polite thing to do to maintain some sort of family connection would be to send a gift to the happy couple, along with a card conveying your good wishes.—
Jeanne Phillips,
Dallas Morning News,
30 Mar. 2026
Verb
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SciAm always educates and delights me, and inspires a sense of awe for our vast, beautiful universe.—
Jackie Flynn Mogensen,
Scientific American,
24 Mar. 2026
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Whip up endless combinations of adorable treats like mochi, dango, and boba tea to delight your Sanrio friends.—
Jennifer Maas,
Variety,
24 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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In 2025, target-date funds continued on the track of three trends investors can be relatively pleased about.—
Ryan Ermey,
CNBC,
24 Mar. 2026
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Netflix is none too pleased with a claim being made by stand-up comic Mark Normand.—
James Hibberd,
HollywoodReporter,
24 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The benefit to donors, in addition to the distribution helping to satisfy RMDs, is that the amount donated is excluded from their taxable income.—
Sarah Agostino,
CNBC,
24 Mar. 2026
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With a spicy-sweet broth, fat pieces of white fish, and coins of petite potatoes, this feel-good bowl will satisfy from last snow to first bloom.—
Rebecca Firkser,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
23 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Winds will be light and skies will be mostly sunny, allowing highs to warm into the upper 70s from Palo Alto to San Jose, with a few 80 degree readings scattered throughout.—
Greg Porter,
San Francisco Chronicle,
26 Mar. 2026
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In a frying pan, over medium heat, warm the butter.—
Georgeanne Brennan,
Mercury News,
26 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The Knicks have feasted on a soft part of their schedule, beating Indiana twice, Utah, Brooklyn and Washington during the winning streak, which came entirely against teams with losing records.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
25 Mar. 2026
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Their lack of height could seemingly leave room for UCLA’s size — center Lauren Betts, and reserves Angela Dugalic and Sienna Betts — to feast, but the Bruins can be vulnerable against small-ball as was present in Saturday’s first half.—
Aaron Heisen,
Daily News,
22 Mar. 2026
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“Content.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/content. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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