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as in topics
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 coverages
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 meanings
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 delights
to give satisfaction to
a person easily contented by life's simple pleasures
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Recent Examples of contents
Liz Shackleton, Deadline, 26 Sep. 2025
Organize the contents of the cabinets and drawers and throw away any expired or unused items.
—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 26 Sep. 2025
Each of the XLUUVs has been provided with its own floating dry dock, which can be deployed into deeper waters, allowing its contents to be released without interfering with nearby ship traffic.
—Micah McCartney, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Sep. 2025
The congresswoman’s office did not respond to a follow-up inquiry asking about the contents of her trusts.
—Robert Schmad, The Washington Examiner, 23 Sep. 2025
Bottle contents will be verified by medical personnel at the entry gates.
—Ed Masley, AZCentral.com, 23 Sep. 2025
Wrapping black plastic bags around infested items and leaving them in the sun may also kill bed bugs if the contents become hot enough.
—Katie Nixon, Nashville Tennessean, 23 Sep. 2025
Labels stuck to each can indicated, in English, the state of the contents.
—Anthony Lane, New Yorker, 22 Sep. 2025
The contents inside his backpack have taken on almost a mythical quality.
—Corey Masisak, Denver Post, 21 Sep. 2025
Nora Colomer
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Noun
Shrek The Third director Raman Hui, Elvis producer Schuyler Weiss and top execs from leading Japanese broadcasters Nippon TV and TBS are among the speakers set for the seminar program at this year’s TIFFCOM contents market in Tokyo.
—Liz Shackleton, Deadline, 26 Sep. 2025
Organize the contents of the cabinets and drawers and throw away any expired or unused items.
—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 26 Sep. 2025
Each of the XLUUVs has been provided with its own floating dry dock, which can be deployed into deeper waters, allowing its contents to be released without interfering with nearby ship traffic.
—Micah McCartney, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Sep. 2025
The congresswoman’s office did not respond to a follow-up inquiry asking about the contents of her trusts.
—Robert Schmad, The Washington Examiner, 23 Sep. 2025
Bottle contents will be verified by medical personnel at the entry gates.
—Ed Masley, AZCentral.com, 23 Sep. 2025
Wrapping black plastic bags around infested items and leaving them in the sun may also kill bed bugs if the contents become hot enough.
—Katie Nixon, Nashville Tennessean, 23 Sep. 2025
Labels stuck to each can indicated, in English, the state of the contents.
—Anthony Lane, New Yorker, 22 Sep. 2025
The contents inside his backpack have taken on almost a mythical quality.
—Corey Masisak, Denver Post, 21 Sep. 2025
Verb
The cooler chills contents down to -4 degrees Fahrenheit, so there is no need for ice!
—Nora Colomer
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for contents
Noun
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What's your process for discovering which types of topics or stories will appeal to our search audience?—
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel,
jsonline.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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The result is a collection of songs that are immediately engrossing and among the most affecting of Swift’s career, while also focusing on topics like Hamlet and suburban bliss.—
Liz Schubauer,
USA Today,
3 Oct. 2025
Noun
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If nothing else, his wealth of experience, ability to recognize coverages and check the Browns into advantageous situations should be the bare minimum for an offense gasping for life.—
Jason Lloyd,
New York Times,
28 Sep. 2025
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The 26-year-old Doncic moved better laterally on defense and attacked pick-and-roll coverages quicker as a ball-handler.—
Khobi Price,
Oc Register,
27 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Finn, who has been tattooing for more than 30 years, says tattoos carry different meanings for everyone.—
Kai McNamee,
NPR,
27 Sep. 2025
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These motifs carry layered meanings, shifting from innocence to rebellion.—
Caterina De Biasio,
Vogue,
25 Sep. 2025
Verb
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SciAm always educates and delights me, and inspires a sense of awe for our vast, beautiful universe.—
Vanessa Bates Ramirez,
Scientific American,
1 Oct. 2025
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His general advice to people attempting to craft humane, precise, and literate prose has scarcely aged, and his own bracing style still informs and delights.—
Ben Yagoda,
New Yorker,
22 Sep. 2025
Noun
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One of the defendants, Benjamin Song — a 32-year-old former Marine Corps reservist who associates described to authorities as a cult-like ringleader who opposes the government on immigration enforcement and on other matters — shot Alvarado Police Department Lt.—
Emerson Clarridge,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
3 Oct. 2025
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Dale Ellis covers the federal courthouse beat for the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, reporting on criminal and civil matters that impact Arkansans.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
3 Oct. 2025
Noun
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They can also be modified to accommodate different rounds, scopes and lighter stocks made of fiberglass.—
Andrew Blankstein,
NBC news,
20 Sep. 2025
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On April 28, when the existing cable failed, radios were silenced for 30 seconds and radar scopes went dark for 90 seconds.—
Pete Muntean,
CNN Money,
19 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Otte is fascinated with using the CLA’s methods to manipulate athletes’ senses to enhance perception-action coupling.—
Jared Weiss,
New York Times,
29 Sep. 2025
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Some curious clues have EW's Swiftie senses tingling.—
Lauren Huff,
Entertainment Weekly,
28 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Sports events, social outings, movies, the theater, fun get-togethers, playful activities with kids – do whatever pleases you and brings you joy.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
19 Aug. 2025
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“Contents.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/contents. Accessed 4 Oct. 2025.
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