as in types
a number of persons or things that are grouped together because they have something in common
the novel's hero is of a different genre than the traditional kind
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Recent Examples of genres
The best sci-fi games are often pigeonholed into specific genres like shooters, strategy games, and RPGs, and for good reason; franchises like Mass Effect, StarCraft, and Half-Life are all-time classics.
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Keith Langston, Space.com, 31 May 2026
Bibliophiles can stroll through exhibits showcasing library lore that highlights the enduring enchantment of books, along with the Book Fair offering various genres of books for sale, such as mystery, sci-fi, and romance.
—Catharine Kaufman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 May 2026
Is there any emphasis on any particular genres that might be popular?
—Marc Weingarten, Los Angeles Times, 30 May 2026
Across various genres, from rock to country to blues to funk to indie and beyond, the Tele has been at the center of popular music for decades.
—New Atlas, 30 May 2026
On the previous episode of Lipps Service, Bilmuri’s Johnny Franck talked about his latest album, Kinda Hard, defying genres in the heavy music world and how experiences with his former band Attack Attack!
—Spin Staff, SPIN, 29 May 2026
The call for submissions for the new showcase opens today (May 28) for titles in all genres sub-genres and stages of development.
—Jennie Punter, Variety, 28 May 2026
All of Zernell Gillie’s scents are inspired by different music genres.
—Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 28 May 2026
Kurosawa has instead chosen to direct a refined murder mystery dressed up in sumptuous feudal garb, offering his own take on one of the oldest Japanese genres.
—Jordan Mintzer, HollywoodReporter, 24 May 2026
Keith Langston, Space.com, 31 May 2026
Bibliophiles can stroll through exhibits showcasing library lore that highlights the enduring enchantment of books, along with the Book Fair offering various genres of books for sale, such as mystery, sci-fi, and romance.
—Catharine Kaufman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 May 2026
Is there any emphasis on any particular genres that might be popular?
—Marc Weingarten, Los Angeles Times, 30 May 2026
Across various genres, from rock to country to blues to funk to indie and beyond, the Tele has been at the center of popular music for decades.
—New Atlas, 30 May 2026
On the previous episode of Lipps Service, Bilmuri’s Johnny Franck talked about his latest album, Kinda Hard, defying genres in the heavy music world and how experiences with his former band Attack Attack!
—Spin Staff, SPIN, 29 May 2026
The call for submissions for the new showcase opens today (May 28) for titles in all genres sub-genres and stages of development.
—Jennie Punter, Variety, 28 May 2026
All of Zernell Gillie’s scents are inspired by different music genres.
—Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 28 May 2026
Kurosawa has instead chosen to direct a refined murder mystery dressed up in sumptuous feudal garb, offering his own take on one of the oldest Japanese genres.
—Jordan Mintzer, HollywoodReporter, 24 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for genres
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It’s also sold directly to consumers, via the company website or at Walmart, in four different kits tailored for first-time exams, menopause and different body types.—
Wendy Naugle,
USA Today,
5 June 2026
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Credit counselors can assist with budgeting, creating a debt management plan and certain types of creditor negotiations.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
4 June 2026
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There are several kinds to choose from, but before buying, there are some things to consider.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
4 June 2026
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Raymonde Arcier, who brought attention to women’s work by way of an art practice based in fabric and textiles of different kinds, died in May at the age of 86.—
Andy Battaglia,
ARTnews.com,
2 June 2026
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Sure, TravisMathew earned its stripes in men’s golf apparel, but the brand took a wholly different path in regards to the women’s lineup.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
4 June 2026
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Aedes aegypti, known as the yellow fever mosquito, is a small day-biting species with white stripes on their back and legs.—
Bay City News,
Mercury News,
4 June 2026
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June’s astro-weather challenges your love life, creative expression and emotional boundaries — Mercury in Cancer, for instance, will clash with Saturn, which can trigger a serious conversation around dating, children or a passion project of sorts.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
4 June 2026
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Wednesday was a milestone moment of sorts.—
Cam Inman,
Mercury News,
4 June 2026
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Tree peonies, fern peonies, and woodland peonies bloom first; hybrid varieties, like true reds and corals, bloom mid-season; and other peonies bloom in the latter half of spring.—
Blythe Copeland,
Martha Stewart,
4 June 2026
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Endless varieties of insect larvae also make astonishingly effective baits, but few fishermen — except ice-fishermen who buy mealworms and waxworms in bait shops — even use them.—
Byron W. Dalrymple,
Outdoor Life,
4 June 2026
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“Genres.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/genres. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.
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