as in topic
the information or ideas that are discussed or dealt with in a book, movie, etc.; what something is about
I found the film's subject matter to be quite disturbing. The magazine's editors care more about style than about subject matter. She disapproves of the artist's choice of subject matter.
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Recent Examples of subject matter
There’s always a little colored sarcasm in our music, there’s a little tongue-in-cheek, but then there is always some really deep meaningful subject matter on our records, too.
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Maya Georgi, Rolling Stone, 25 June 2025
Mixed attendance, no bombshells leave GOP with an echo chamber
Despite the weighty subject matter, the hearing was sparsely attended and lacked the star witnesses or headline-making moments typical of high-profile Judiciary hearings.
—Ramsey Touchberry, The Washington Examiner, 18 June 2025
Paddy: All of you are gonna be subject matters in the next.
—Outside Online, 18 June 2025
Even human transcriptionists can encounter challenges when faced with tight deadlines or the need for familiarity with the subject matter.
—Beth Worthy, Forbes.com, 23 June 2025
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Maya Georgi, Rolling Stone, 25 June 2025
Mixed attendance, no bombshells leave GOP with an echo chamber
Despite the weighty subject matter, the hearing was sparsely attended and lacked the star witnesses or headline-making moments typical of high-profile Judiciary hearings.
—Ramsey Touchberry, The Washington Examiner, 18 June 2025
Paddy: All of you are gonna be subject matters in the next.
—Outside Online, 18 June 2025
Even human transcriptionists can encounter challenges when faced with tight deadlines or the need for familiarity with the subject matter.
—Beth Worthy, Forbes.com, 23 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for subject matter
Noun
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Support journalism that digs deeper into topics that matter most to Arkansans.—
arkansasonline.com,
arkansasonline.com,
8 July 2025
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This is especially important when tackling sensitive topics, such as mental health or chronic illness.—
Kamya Elawadhi,
Forbes.com,
8 July 2025
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Includes unlimited digital access and exclusive subscriber-only content.—
Nena Farrell,
Wired News,
11 July 2025
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This content evolution already began after streamers like Netflix and Amazon entered the advertising market, but there have been a flurry of series co-produced and co-financed between traditional TV groups and SVOD services in the last four years.—
Elsa Keslassy,
Variety,
11 July 2025
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This summer, those fights reached another crescendo when the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that religious parents can opt their public-school children out of reading books with LGBTQ+ themes.—
Rachel Wegner,
USA Today,
11 July 2025
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Afternoon tea is served daily from 1:30 p.m. until 5:30 p.m. and takes on a seasonal theme.—
Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
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Nonetheless, my hopeful response to my own question is that the transformed form of nature can also be the subject of humanity’s unconditional love.—
PhotoVogue,
Vogue,
10 July 2025
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The Enquirer also confirmed Watts is now the subject of a Kentucky Department of Education investigation, though the nature of any complaints filed against him is unclear.—
Annie Goldman,
The Enquirer,
10 July 2025
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The train also offers a dedicated Wellness Suite, decorated by painter and printmaker Sarah Woods with a calming beach motif.—
Everett Potter,
Forbes.com,
3 July 2025
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Price upon publish date of this article: $11.99 Flaunting over 3,000 hearts on Urban Outfitters’ site, this shower curtain is a hot commodity because of its ability to harness multiple interior design trends at once: including food motifs, gingham patterns, and all things pink.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
2 July 2025
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Rogers didn't accuse Patterson of having a specific motive, but also said that wasn't required for a guilty verdict.—
Rachel Treisman,
NPR,
7 July 2025
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No suspect has been identified, and police have no information on a motive as of Saturday afternoon.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
5 July 2025
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Responses are for informational purposes only and individuals should consider whether any general recommendation in these responses are suitable for their particular circumstances based on investment objectives, financial situation and needs.—
Steve Hruby,
The Enquirer,
8 July 2025
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Jason Robertson, Dallas Stars Robertson’s name has generated early buzz this summer, but not solely for extension purposes.—
Shayna Goldman,
New York Times,
8 July 2025
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Every one of the strikeouts Padres relief pitcher Jason Adam hurls matters.—
Teri Figueroa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 July 2025
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Hook believes that talent will always rise to the top no matter where players are drafted.—
Melissa Lockard,
New York Times,
7 July 2025
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“Subject matter.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/subject%20matter. Accessed 17 Jul. 2025.
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