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the central part or aspect of something under consideration
the need for a greater sense of self-reliance is the keynote of his self-help message
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Recent Examples of keynotes
Applications are now open for presenters for the annual full-day event, which includes keynotes, breakout sessions, a panel discussion and a safety exhibitors’ area, according to a release.
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Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 1 Mar. 2026
At the same time, delegates said the main hall, where figures like Google DeepMind’s Demis Hassabis are giving keynotes, was less than half full.
—Beatrice Nolan, Fortune, 19 Feb. 2026
The fair’s agenda was complemented by keynotes and panel discussions unpacking the global fashion trends, as well as fashion shows from brands including Alissa, Carmen, De White’s, Maxra Govanna and Puane.
—Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 13 Feb. 2026
The following day will features panel discussions, keynotes and poetry readings, including a performance by artist and activist Samia Halaby and discussions with Clinton, DuVernay and Foster.
—Marc Malkin, Variety, 5 Feb. 2026
The 7,500-person event combines traditional conference programming—keynotes, workshops, pitch sessions—with Bavaria's beer culture and Lederhosen.
—Melinda Elmborg, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026
Its parent company, Lenovo, is headlining one of the show’s evening keynotes for the first time, and Motorola mailed a teaser package to media that strongly hints at a book-style foldable.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 29 Dec. 2025
Beyond film premieres, festival registrants will once again gain access to conference keynotes, comedy showcases, exhibitions, and a full slate of networking events.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 5 Dec. 2025
Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 1 Mar. 2026
At the same time, delegates said the main hall, where figures like Google DeepMind’s Demis Hassabis are giving keynotes, was less than half full.
—Beatrice Nolan, Fortune, 19 Feb. 2026
The fair’s agenda was complemented by keynotes and panel discussions unpacking the global fashion trends, as well as fashion shows from brands including Alissa, Carmen, De White’s, Maxra Govanna and Puane.
—Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 13 Feb. 2026
The following day will features panel discussions, keynotes and poetry readings, including a performance by artist and activist Samia Halaby and discussions with Clinton, DuVernay and Foster.
—Marc Malkin, Variety, 5 Feb. 2026
The 7,500-person event combines traditional conference programming—keynotes, workshops, pitch sessions—with Bavaria's beer culture and Lederhosen.
—Melinda Elmborg, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026
Its parent company, Lenovo, is headlining one of the show’s evening keynotes for the first time, and Motorola mailed a teaser package to media that strongly hints at a book-style foldable.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 29 Dec. 2025
Beyond film premieres, festival registrants will once again gain access to conference keynotes, comedy showcases, exhibitions, and a full slate of networking events.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 5 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for keynotes
Noun
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Later, the Moon enters Sagittarius, inspiring us to open our minds and hearts.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
9 Mar. 2026
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An average of 31 million people tuned in weekly at its ratings peak in 2006 to hear Taylor Hicks and Katharine McPhee belt their hearts out in a battle for the title.—
Shirley Halperin,
Rolling Stone,
9 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The key innovation in this motor lies in the use of amorphous steel, a material that differs from conventional electrical steels commonly used in motor cores.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Mar. 2026
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Instead, those urban cores are left to cope with the church’s growing absence.—
David Swanson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
7 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Coleman made his name as the co-founder of London’s Caravan restaurants and coffee roasters, and Coulton’s roots are in management consultancy.—
Bella Webb,
Vogue,
12 Mar. 2026
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Bob Johnson’s SoCal roots include coaching Los Amigos from 1970-72.—
Dan Albano,
Oc Register,
12 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Getz agrees, describing essences as the foundation of proper hydration.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
6 Mar. 2026
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Korean scalp treatments often come in lightweight, fast-absorbing liquids, essences, or refreshing tonics designed to be massaged directly into the scalp without leaving hair greasy or weighed down.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
24 Feb. 2026
Noun
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In addition to the bacon and sausage, this queso is packed with filling black beans, corn kernels, scallions, cheese, jalapeños, and our favorite, Rotel tomatoes.—
Josh Miller,
Southern Living,
8 Mar. 2026
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Additionally, pollination may occur during extreme summer heat, reducing kernels on your cobs.—
Michelle Mastro,
Martha Stewart,
5 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Speculation on munitions While the exact bombs used are not confirmed, the impact points resemble damage seen at Iran’s Fordow and Natanz nuclear facilities during previous operations.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Mar. 2026
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Three Vandals finished in double figures in the win, led by sophomore guard Ana Beatriz Passos Alves da Silva with 12 points.—
Rachel Roberts,
Idaho Statesman,
12 Mar. 2026
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