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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
Nam Sunwoo,
Variety,
19 June 2026
Beyond the tax of digestion, Weiner says that eating too close to bedtime can cause stomach contents to reflux into the esophagus and even the upper airway, leading to coughing and throat drainage at night, which can also interfere with sleep.
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Sharon Brandwein,
USA Today,
19 June 2026
At right, the DOJ took the form down and then re-released it with the contents entirely redacted.
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Daniel Ruetenik,
CBS News,
19 June 2026
That feedback may alter the contents of the kits, the way they are deployed, and the kinds of communities that receive them.
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Monica Sanders,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
Crypto Clipper monitors clipboard contents for patterns that are consistent with standardized 12- or 24-word seed phrases.
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Dan Goodin,
ArsTechnica,
18 June 2026
Though no further details were shared about the contents of Warnecke's phone, coroner Therese McCarthy requested to adjourn the inquest as investigations into her phone continue, the outlet reported.
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Luke Chinman,
PEOPLE,
18 June 2026
This 16-liter Nano loads from the top and has a drawstring closure with a protective flap to shield its contents from the weather.
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Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
18 June 2026
Microwave for around 30-45 seconds to heat the contents.
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Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
17 June 2026
Los Angeles Times,
3 Feb. 2026
The cooler chills contents down to -4 degrees Fahrenheit, so there is no need for ice!
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Nora Colomer
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom.,
FOXNews.com,
23 Aug. 2024
Noun
The statements and opinions expressed by the talent in this contents are personal and do not represent the views of the studio.
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Nam Sunwoo,
Variety,
19 June 2026
Beyond the tax of digestion, Weiner says that eating too close to bedtime can cause stomach contents to reflux into the esophagus and even the upper airway, leading to coughing and throat drainage at night, which can also interfere with sleep.
—
Sharon Brandwein,
USA Today,
19 June 2026
At right, the DOJ took the form down and then re-released it with the contents entirely redacted.
—
Daniel Ruetenik,
CBS News,
19 June 2026
That feedback may alter the contents of the kits, the way they are deployed, and the kinds of communities that receive them.
—
Monica Sanders,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
Crypto Clipper monitors clipboard contents for patterns that are consistent with standardized 12- or 24-word seed phrases.
—
Dan Goodin,
ArsTechnica,
18 June 2026
Though no further details were shared about the contents of Warnecke's phone, coroner Therese McCarthy requested to adjourn the inquest as investigations into her phone continue, the outlet reported.
—
Luke Chinman,
PEOPLE,
18 June 2026
This 16-liter Nano loads from the top and has a drawstring closure with a protective flap to shield its contents from the weather.
—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
18 June 2026
Microwave for around 30-45 seconds to heat the contents.
—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
17 June 2026
Verb
That prompted Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara last February to call on insurers to pay 100% of their policyholders’ contents coverage limits without a detailed inventory, noting some already did.
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Los Angeles Times,
3 Feb. 2026
The cooler chills contents down to -4 degrees Fahrenheit, so there is no need for ice!
—
Nora Colomer
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom.,
FOXNews.com,
23 Aug. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for contents
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In recent months, Google DeepMind, Meta and Anthropic have begun to hire experts in psychology, philosophy and ethics in order to research the topics of machine consciousness and AI welfare.
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Support journalism that digs deeper into topics that matter most to Arkansans.
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His 17-game career averages of 81 catches, 1,098 yards and six touchdowns are a portrait of consistent, if not superstar-level, production, but watching Waddle bend coverages with his speed during practices shows that his impact for the Broncos will go beyond raw receiving numbers.
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The platform will also bundle niche coverages often demanded by the wealthy, such as kidnap‑and‑ransom, art collection, and family‑office insurance.
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Electronic dance music scholars have noted that countercultural scenes have shifted into a global industry, reshaping or erasing local meanings in favor of commercialization.
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Vermeer’s pictures are often observed to harbor spiritual meanings as well as material ones, flickering back and forth between the two.
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SciAm always educates and delights me, and inspires a sense of awe for our vast, beautiful universe.
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Still, in its charms the production delights.
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More legal matters for Gateway The decision closes another legal door for Gateway Church following the resignation of Pastor Morris two years ago this month.
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To make matters worse, Ronaldo’s peers all thrived, as top goal-scorers such as Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappé and Erling Haaland all scored multiple times in their opening matches.
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Permissions are increasingly derived at runtime from natural-language intent in ways that OAuth scopes were never designed to govern.
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Federal prosecutors allege that Ross and Rhodes concealed their fraud scheme by submitting false documents to CHA, including proposals, scopes of work and invoices.
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Woods, stone, natural fibers enliven the senses.
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Oh, and their spidey senses can quickly turn into suspicion if their loyalty is tested.
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Coastal decor darling Serena & Lily brings you the Pacifica modular collection to suit any configuration that pleases you.
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For something more substantial, Ramsey’s pleases both vegetarians and meat eaters with options such as BBQ brisket sandwich with homemade onion straws or Zucchini Noodle Thai Bowl.
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“Contents.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/contents. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
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