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 genres span romance, drama, thriller, fantasy, action and comedy – and while the storytelling may not exactly be high art with a high quotient of melodrama and a cliffhanger every few minutes – Jia says that is exactly the point.
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Liz Shackleton,
Deadline,
19 June 2026
Tay Keith also collaborated with Miley Cyrus, Lil Nas X, and Jennifer Lopez, proving that his sound was versatile enough to span genres.
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Christine Imarenezor,
VIBE.com,
19 June 2026
In its bid to build a streaming giant, Amazon is ensuring that key genres are covered with exclusive content.
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Caroline Reid,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
What’s being made spans the genres global buyers are chasing.
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Callum McLennan,
Variety,
19 June 2026
Both genres play on the idea of surprise and communal enjoyment, which is what Murai found so compelling about the show overall.
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Emily Zemler,
Rolling Stone,
18 June 2026
The tour support grant works very well for certain genres of music, but maybe less so for others that have less live touring behind it in the early phases.
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Selena Fragassi,
SPIN,
16 June 2026
What genres or types of books do well for you there?
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Marc Weingarten,
Los Angeles Times,
13 June 2026
China Miéville is known for mastering new genres with each book, but this one is criminally underrated.
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Brianne Kane,
Scientific American,
12 June 2026
Liz Shackleton,
Deadline,
19 June 2026
Tay Keith also collaborated with Miley Cyrus, Lil Nas X, and Jennifer Lopez, proving that his sound was versatile enough to span genres.
—
Christine Imarenezor,
VIBE.com,
19 June 2026
In its bid to build a streaming giant, Amazon is ensuring that key genres are covered with exclusive content.
—
Caroline Reid,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
What’s being made spans the genres global buyers are chasing.
—
Callum McLennan,
Variety,
19 June 2026
Both genres play on the idea of surprise and communal enjoyment, which is what Murai found so compelling about the show overall.
—
Emily Zemler,
Rolling Stone,
18 June 2026
The tour support grant works very well for certain genres of music, but maybe less so for others that have less live touring behind it in the early phases.
—
Selena Fragassi,
SPIN,
16 June 2026
What genres or types of books do well for you there?
—
Marc Weingarten,
Los Angeles Times,
13 June 2026
China Miéville is known for mastering new genres with each book, but this one is criminally underrated.
—
Brianne Kane,
Scientific American,
12 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for genres
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Once open, the program will provide transitional housing and on-site services to people who are chronically homeless and struggling with drug addiction, mental health or all types of disabilities.
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But the total tally obscures how there were basically two types of Davis residents, those living close to the project and those living elsewhere in town.
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Proudly made in the USA, these coloring tablecloths make memorable experiences for parties, family gatherings, camps, and celebrations of all kinds.
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The Juneteenth celebration continued at Malcolm X Park for a festival that included food, music and dozens of vendors of all kinds.
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Made from a travel-friendly fabric, these pull-on pants with a drawstring waist come in stripes and prints that would inspire me to get dressed.
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This rollneck style from Gap comes in a variety of fun colors—and even stripes—so your outfits still feel fresh and exciting.
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Beyond the exchange of ideas, business pitches and social affairs, folks are likely to leave Cannes Lions with all sorts food for thought.
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Some have even wondered whether MSG will host a fan event of sorts, rather than an actual wedding event.
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The wines nod to both Rhône and Bordeaux varieties grown across three estate vineyards in the Rocks District and Yakima Valley, with room for quirks such as Picpoul and the Portuguese Tinta Cão that grow almost nowhere else in the country.
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The bakery will offer more than 150 varieties of breads, pastries and desserts.
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“Genres.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/genres. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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