layouts

Definition of layoutsnext
plural of layout
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as in formations
the way in which something is sized, arranged, or organized the decorator changed the layout of the living room three times before declaring it finished

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as in designs
the way in which the elements of something (as a work of art) are arranged the layout of his portraits typically consists of a finely drawn subject against a roughly sketched background

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Recent Examples of layouts These renovations would update electrical, mechanical and plumbing systems; change classroom layouts; and increase accessibility at Fairmount, Procter and Korte elementaries. Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 28 Mar. 2026 Studio, one-bed and two-bed layouts are included. Mark Dee march 27, Idaho Statesman, 27 Mar. 2026 Midsize SUVs typically have family-friendly layouts that prioritize roomy seating and enough trunk space for the whole family. Charles Singh, USA Today, 27 Mar. 2026 Rather than focusing on complex assembly tasks, the deployment currently targets specific industrial activities such as material handling and intra-logistics, where humanoid mobility and flexibility can be used in existing factory layouts. Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 24 Mar. 2026 The funnel suite and complementary Loft Suite, a nearly 8,000-square-foot duplex on decks 9 and 10, reflect a broader emphasis on flexible, residential-style layouts. Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 20 Mar. 2026 The upgrade brings a modernized interface, snap layouts for improved multitasking, and built-in Copilot AI assistance for quick answers and task management. Stackcommerce Team, PC Magazine, 19 Mar. 2026 Whether designing layouts, creating original illustrations, or shaping the visual identity of our publication, Grey approaches every project with professionalism and passion. Heide Janssen, Oc Register, 15 Mar. 2026 The colorful and sophisticated accommodations emphasize comfort via squishy couches and plush bedding, and clever layouts make smart use of the space in rooms and suites alike. Wilder Davies, Bon Appetit Magazine, 14 Mar. 2026
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Noun
  • On the Ionian side, Pietragrande Beach in Catanzaro feels dramatic and cinematic, with towering rock formations and deep blue water ideal for diving.
    Jenna Curcio, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Mar. 2026
  • The test offered a rare, detailed look at how the country plans to deploy coordinated drone formations in combat.
    Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 25 Mar. 2026
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  • They're juxtaposed with quirky contemporary designs, like a brass-and-zinc coffee table by French-Serbian artist Marko and Edoardo Lietti’s Sedia Tonda chair, which recalls the cut-outs of the screens throughout.
    Amy Bradford, Architectural Digest, 29 Mar. 2026
  • Each faction packs completely different units and building designs and strategies, so even if one of your favorites hasn't been included, expect a deep and flexible take on RTS warfare.
    Fran Ruiz, Space.com, 29 Mar. 2026
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  • The crops good enough to incorporate into its Churchills, primeros, and other formats are aged for as long as a presidential term before the rolling process even begins.
    Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 28 Mar. 2026
  • According to Disney+, the agreement also reinforces its commitment to Spanish audiovisual production and talent, enriching its offering with formats that have strong cultural and social impact.
    Ed Meza, Variety, 27 Mar. 2026
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  • Numinous plein-air compositions, showing the patients around the institution’s grounds, assert the irresistible force of nature.
    Richard Brody, New Yorker, 27 Mar. 2026
  • Zoltán Kodály and Béla Bartók traveled around countrysides collecting tunes to be turned into piano, violin and orchestral compositions.
    Scott Cantrell, Dallas Morning News, 27 Mar. 2026
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  • New regulations, which were approved in February by the California Department of Justice (DOJ) under Democratic Attorney General Rob Bonta, focus on restricting blackjack-style games and certain player-dealer arrangements that are common in California card rooms.
    Amanda Greenwood, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
  • This issue has been raised at a time when the Public Accounts Committee launched an inquiry into Crown Estate arrangements.
    Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 30 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Both involve reshaping old patterns inherited from forebears (literary, familial) in an effort to form new ones.
    Giles Harvey, New Yorker, 30 Mar. 2026
  • The Leo moon disturbs unconscious patterns that are ready to be interrupted.
    USA TODAY, USA Today, 29 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • The summit's themes include AI and the future of learning, as well as the impact of tech on youth mental health.
    Sooji Nam, CBS News, 25 Mar. 2026
  • The composer’s electronic-leaning score is built on ambient synths and recurring romantic themes, underscoring the central relationship between rival hockey players Shane Hollander (Hudson Williams) and Ilya Rozanov (Conor Storrie).
    Anna Tingley, Variety, 25 Mar. 2026

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“Layouts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/layouts. Accessed 2 Apr. 2026.

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