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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
Jack Irvin, PEOPLE, 7 Oct. 2025
There is a strong chance that generative AI will create headaches across many domains, making high-quality content moderation even harder in some respects.
—John Wihbey, Big Think, 7 Oct. 2025
Clare Duffy, CNN Money, 1 Oct. 2025
Ten years into the reign of the Dungeons & Dragons troupe turned multimedia savants, Critical Role isn’t just content with the start of their biggest campaign, launching their own streaming service, or even working on video games — there’s always room for more.
—Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 1 Oct. 2025
Melina Khan, Freep.com, 15 Sep. 2025
After all, the line between Bachelor Nation star and influencer is already blurry, as many of them turn to content creation after the series ends.
—Kelsie Gibson, PEOPLE, 11 Sep. 2025
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Noun
Swift then revealed the contents of her speech to Gomez.
—Jack Irvin, PEOPLE, 7 Oct. 2025
There is a strong chance that generative AI will create headaches across many domains, making high-quality content moderation even harder in some respects.
—John Wihbey, Big Think, 7 Oct. 2025
Adjective
But the change also ups the pressure on Meta to prevent personal or difficult conversations with the AI — for example, about a relationship, given how many people now use chatbots like therapists — from prompting potentially harmful content recommendations.
—Clare Duffy, CNN Money, 1 Oct. 2025
Ten years into the reign of the Dungeons & Dragons troupe turned multimedia savants, Critical Role isn’t just content with the start of their biggest campaign, launching their own streaming service, or even working on video games — there’s always room for more.
—Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 1 Oct. 2025
Verb
The opinion notes that the platform tailors content to a user's tastes.
—Melina Khan, Freep.com, 15 Sep. 2025
After all, the line between Bachelor Nation star and influencer is already blurry, as many of them turn to content creation after the series ends.
—Kelsie Gibson, PEOPLE, 11 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for content
Adjective
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Chili's is axing some popular items from its kids' and dessert menus – while also rolling out a new offering aimed at keeping customers satisfied.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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With the sponsors, the networks, and the stations all satisfied with the arrangement, opponents of the blacklist turned to the FCC as the court of last resort.—
Thomas Doherty,
HollywoodReporter,
30 Sep. 2025
Verb
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On the weekends, an oversized bomber jacket, slim-fit tee, and baggy jeans outfit formula is sure to please.—
Kelsey Stewart,
Glamour,
3 Oct. 2025
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Today, Patel’s tenure rests solely upon pleasing the president.—
Douglas M. Charles,
The Conversation,
3 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Events on the cheap Here are some must-see sites that will make your bank account happy.—
Craig Shoup,
Nashville Tennessean,
1 Oct. 2025
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The study found the country is so beloved, a whopping 84 percent of expats who move there are happy with their lives, compared to just 67 percent of expats globally.—
Katie Nadworny,
Travel + Leisure,
1 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Spears has been sharing dancing videos on her Instagram account that have delighted some fans and worried others for at least five years.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
6 Oct. 2025
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As if what delights and obsesses us must have a purpose.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
6 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Amorim was pleased his team negotiated that closing period with maturity.—
Laurie Whitwell,
New York Times,
5 Oct. 2025
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And Halford was pleased by how well his vocals meshed with Osbourne’s when they were added.—
Gary Graff,
Billboard,
4 Oct. 2025
Verb
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There's a debate raging about whether adding a squirrel feeding station filled with corn or peanuts to your garden will satisfy the rodents and keep them away from bulbs.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
2 Oct. 2025
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Waukesha County cheers key step in the process For Waukesha County, Boardman's statement satisfies officials' hope that state transportation leaders are at least acknowledging the importance of I-94 locally and are following the steps necessary to make a project happen at some point.—
Jim Riccioli,
jsonline.com,
2 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Floods are expected to worsen as a warming climate fuels stronger storms, drenching areas that are already flood-prone and bringing a new level of flooding to areas once considered lower risk.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
5 Oct. 2025
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Archaeologists thus got a snapshot of these early humans during a pivotal moment in history when the climate permitted their dispersal through a warming Gobi Desert.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
5 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Users voted each day to decide which brown bears at Katmai National Park — who are busy feasting on salmon to pack on pounds for winter — deserve the top spot.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
PEOPLE,
1 Oct. 2025
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No country feasted on the H-1B quite like India.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
1 Oct. 2025
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“Content.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/content. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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