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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
Automata follows combat android 2B, scanner android 9S, and the prototype A2, with core hack-and-slash gameplay that's supplemented by elements from other genres, including RPGS and bullet-hell shmups.
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Fran Ruiz, Space.com, 1 Mar. 2026
During the camping festival March 19-22, which is back after a two-year hiatus, fans can experience a selection of music that blends genres from hip-hop, funk and reggae to alternative rock, folk and plenty of EDM.
—Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 Feb. 2026
This has resulted in some of their most sonically and visually impressive work — with styles and genres consistently shifting — but also asks the listener to be willing to evolve with them.
—Los Angeles Times, 27 Feb. 2026
With its interplay of shadows and movement, horror used to be the most visually exciting of genres.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 27 Feb. 2026
The new project will feature music from more than 30 artists, tapping into Latin music genres like dembow, reggaeton, and Latin trap.
—Maya Georgi, Rolling Stone, 27 Feb. 2026
The historic Palm Room Bar is the universal gathering place for anyone seeking ice-cold beer, a cocktail, or live music performances spanning all types of genres.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 26 Feb. 2026
More than a forewarning, the project is an open invitation into the Texan’s sonic world, drawing on elements from an array of genres.
—Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 26 Feb. 2026
That feels especially relevant for artists like Lauryn Hill and Wu-Tang Clan, whose influence reshaped genres in ways that transcend commercial metrics.
—Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 26 Feb. 2026
Fran Ruiz, Space.com, 1 Mar. 2026
During the camping festival March 19-22, which is back after a two-year hiatus, fans can experience a selection of music that blends genres from hip-hop, funk and reggae to alternative rock, folk and plenty of EDM.
—Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 Feb. 2026
This has resulted in some of their most sonically and visually impressive work — with styles and genres consistently shifting — but also asks the listener to be willing to evolve with them.
—Los Angeles Times, 27 Feb. 2026
With its interplay of shadows and movement, horror used to be the most visually exciting of genres.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 27 Feb. 2026
The new project will feature music from more than 30 artists, tapping into Latin music genres like dembow, reggaeton, and Latin trap.
—Maya Georgi, Rolling Stone, 27 Feb. 2026
The historic Palm Room Bar is the universal gathering place for anyone seeking ice-cold beer, a cocktail, or live music performances spanning all types of genres.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 26 Feb. 2026
More than a forewarning, the project is an open invitation into the Texan’s sonic world, drawing on elements from an array of genres.
—Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 26 Feb. 2026
That feels especially relevant for artists like Lauryn Hill and Wu-Tang Clan, whose influence reshaped genres in ways that transcend commercial metrics.
—Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 26 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for genres
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Except for grackles, pigeons, house sparrows and other annoyingly social types that adore the company of humans, most birds will be found in green spaces far from the SXSW noise and crowds in or near downtown.—
Ana Gutierrez,
Austin American Statesman,
5 Mar. 2026
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Progress is limited by the lack of publicly available benchmark datasets with data captured from multiple types of sensors using realistic mine deployments and precise ground truth, meaning the actual positions and depths of the target mines.—
Sagar Lekhak,
The Conversation,
5 Mar. 2026
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The women’s proposition sees quarter-zips (a key trend of the season, popularized by Matthieu Blazy’s Chanel runway), polo tops, tees and shirts of many kinds, colors and finishes–short- and long-sleeve–with generous use of checks and stripes.—
Alice Cary,
Vogue,
3 Mar. 2026
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Since then, she’s cultivated family-favorite cucumbers, delicate butter lettuce, spicy arugula and herbs of all kinds in the metal-and-glass structure with a shed roof.—
Mary Grace Granados,
Dallas Morning News,
3 Mar. 2026
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The gray, white, and blue stripes, accented with an intermittent chevron pattern, add interest, while moderate distressing helps disguise everyday wear and tear.—
Shea Simmons,
Southern Living,
6 Mar. 2026
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In recent years gray wolf reintroduction and a petition (and subsequent ballot measure that didn’t pass) to ban big cat hunting in the state have divided conservationists of different stripes.—
Dac Collins,
Outdoor Life,
5 Mar. 2026
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That’s a question that won’t be answered for at least a few months, but Mahomes did provide an update of sorts on Instagram.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
5 Mar. 2026
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Finding the ideal temperature for your home can be an art form of sorts, especially for those of us who like to save a few bucks.—
Caroline Lubinsky,
Martha Stewart,
3 Mar. 2026
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Common toad lily bears orchid-like blooms that are white with dark purple spots, but other varieties are lavender or white without spots.—
Lynn McAlpine,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Mar. 2026
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But the key to achieving this kind of paradise is choosing the right tree for your landscape, as some varieties are known for being invasive or weak-limbed.—
Samantha Johnson,
Martha Stewart,
5 Mar. 2026
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“Genres.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/genres. Accessed 6 Mar. 2026.
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