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
That’s really key to me, because with a range of promoters comes a range of styles and genres.
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Chris Willman, Variety, 21 Mar. 2026
Across genres, his roles share a kind of idealistic yearning to be seen and to be known that Gosling conveys with those soft eyes and a tired half-smile.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 20 Mar. 2026
In research studies, these patterns appear repeatedly across genres and registers.
—Laura Aull, The Conversation, 20 Mar. 2026
The programming will span many genres across scripted and unscripted.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 19 Mar. 2026
Rvssian has been sharing his global sound for nearly a decade, working with major stars across genres like Vybz Kartel, Bad Bunny, J Balvin, Post Malone, Cardi B, and more.
—Maya Georgi, Rolling Stone, 19 Mar. 2026
Yet what makes Payton especially remarkable is her passion for all genres and styles of dance.
—Heide Janssen, Oc Register, 15 Mar. 2026
The range of genres is impressive — classical music, rock, Persian and Taiko ensembles, new music, punk, electronica, DJs and more.
—Beth Wood, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Mar. 2026
Artists across genres — including Harry Styles, Kelsea Ballerini, Cardi B and Drake — have all dealt with similar incidents in recent years.
—Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 15 Mar. 2026
Chris Willman, Variety, 21 Mar. 2026
Across genres, his roles share a kind of idealistic yearning to be seen and to be known that Gosling conveys with those soft eyes and a tired half-smile.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 20 Mar. 2026
In research studies, these patterns appear repeatedly across genres and registers.
—Laura Aull, The Conversation, 20 Mar. 2026
The programming will span many genres across scripted and unscripted.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 19 Mar. 2026
Rvssian has been sharing his global sound for nearly a decade, working with major stars across genres like Vybz Kartel, Bad Bunny, J Balvin, Post Malone, Cardi B, and more.
—Maya Georgi, Rolling Stone, 19 Mar. 2026
Yet what makes Payton especially remarkable is her passion for all genres and styles of dance.
—Heide Janssen, Oc Register, 15 Mar. 2026
The range of genres is impressive — classical music, rock, Persian and Taiko ensembles, new music, punk, electronica, DJs and more.
—Beth Wood, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Mar. 2026
Artists across genres — including Harry Styles, Kelsea Ballerini, Cardi B and Drake — have all dealt with similar incidents in recent years.
—Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 15 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for genres
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If Kidman’s character is tough, so were investigator types played by Sarah Lancashire (Happy Valley), Brenda Blethyn (Vera), Amy Adams (Sharp Objects), and Toni Collette (Unbelievable).—
Graham Hillard,
The Washington Examiner,
20 Mar. 2026
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Alongside the wildflower meadow, the kitchen garden is home to more than 90 types of vegetables and 70 herbs, while the orchard is devoted to unusual British fruit species.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
19 Mar. 2026
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How to Build Better Trust By making food allergy safety an important priority, restaurants, cafes, and eateries of all kinds can do more than just protect their customers and limit their legal risk.—
K. H. Koehler,
Ascend Agency,
18 Mar. 2026
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But a film also needs craftspeople – filmmakers, artists, makers of all kinds.—
Daren Smith,
IndieWire,
18 Mar. 2026
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The trefoil disappeared from football kits in the early 1990s, Adidas’s logo shifting to the slanted three stripes that was presumably more consistent with their general aesthetic.—
Nick Miller,
New York Times,
20 Mar. 2026
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Suitable for both indoor and outdoor, this unique rug from Sundays plays with an unexpected color palette—a dusty, pastel teal against jute—and pattern, dueling stripes.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
17 Mar. 2026
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But that is exactly why a Connecticut couple with roots in Winsted created a food outpost of sorts on Colebrook River Road, where hungry residents, weekenders and truck drivers find good food and a warm welcome from the owners, Kelly and Bob McCarthy.—
Emily M. Olson,
Hartford Courant,
18 Mar. 2026
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Minnesota has been a rollercoaster team of sorts in the past, making stretches like this seem familiar.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
16 Mar. 2026
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For those looking to amp up their complexion care even further, face masks (both sheet and LED mask varieties) and gadgets are excellent additions.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
19 Mar. 2026
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Baristas serve hot and cold espresso drinks, as well as smoothies and beverages featuring functional, nonpsychedelic varieties of mushrooms like lion’s mane and cordyceps.—
Tiney Ricciardi,
Denver Post,
18 Mar. 2026
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“Genres.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/genres. Accessed 23 Mar. 2026.
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