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as in topics
a major object of interest or concern (as in a discussion or artistic composition)
the subject of our discussion switched from who would be the next president to who was the greatest president in the nation's history
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as in citizens
a person who owes allegiance to a government and is protected by it
because of the tense situation in that country, British subjects were advised to return home as soon as possible
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as in reasons
something (as a belief) that serves as the basis for another thing
he has no subject to protest this time, but that's never stopped him before
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as in conquers
to bring under one's control by force of arms
Attila the Hun subjected most of Europe to his barbaric pillage
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Recent Examples of subjects
Megan McIntyre, Allure, 16 Sep. 2025
While detailing the first in-person meeting between her and Rodríguez, Pascal spoke about the specific rhetoric that trans actors sometimes come up against, which is that trans actors should connect with trans subjects based solely on identity, rather than the many other aspects of their humanity.
—Mathew Rodriguez, Them., 15 Sep. 2025
And Camila Falquez, whose subjects have included Zendaya and Kamala Harris, shot the Oscar-winning performer Ariana DeBose as the discerning woman with a magnifying glass drawn by Lorenzo Mattotti in 1999.
—The New Yorker, New Yorker, 15 Sep. 2025
But Somebody Somewhere took its exploration of empathy further, tackling subjects not often given space to exist on-screen—like the lingering effects of grief and the challenge of sustaining friendships as you age.
—Paula Mejía, The Atlantic, 15 Sep. 2025
Bessent, leading the latest round of trade talks with China on behalf of the United States, had said that TikTok was one of the subjects likely to be discussed.
—David Goldman, CNN Money, 15 Sep. 2025
Neil’s with the Las Vegas Review-Journal and Sixx’s with the Los Angeles Times — also have their subjects addressing the band’s split with former guitarist Mick Mars in 2022 and the sore feelings and lawsuits that have come out of that.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 14 Sep. 2025
Whether someone's interests bore you or a mispronunciation is getting on your nerves, approach every conversation about such subjects with grace.
—David Oliver, USA Today, 13 Sep. 2025
More to Explore By documenting lushly hirsute Japanese officials alongside their beardless counterparts, portraiture preserved a photographic record of colonial subjects’ visibly inferior status.
—H.m.a. Leow, JSTOR Daily, 13 Sep. 2025
Dan Gooding
hannah Parry, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Sep. 2025
The goal is to create a symmetrical implosion that subjects the fuel to the high pressures and temperatures needed for nuclear fusion to occur.
—Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 24 Aug. 2025
The plaintiffs argue that it was enacted in violation of Colorado’s Taxpayer’s Bill of Rights, a constitutional amendment approved by voters in 1992 that subjects all state tax hikes to voter approval.
—Patrick Gleason, Forbes.com, 8 Aug. 2025
Noun
In the study, subjects were instructed not to use their regular acne routine, and all used the same cleanser, moisturizer, and sunscreen without acne-fighting ingredients.
—Megan McIntyre, Allure, 16 Sep. 2025
While detailing the first in-person meeting between her and Rodríguez, Pascal spoke about the specific rhetoric that trans actors sometimes come up against, which is that trans actors should connect with trans subjects based solely on identity, rather than the many other aspects of their humanity.
—Mathew Rodriguez, Them., 15 Sep. 2025
And Camila Falquez, whose subjects have included Zendaya and Kamala Harris, shot the Oscar-winning performer Ariana DeBose as the discerning woman with a magnifying glass drawn by Lorenzo Mattotti in 1999.
—The New Yorker, New Yorker, 15 Sep. 2025
But Somebody Somewhere took its exploration of empathy further, tackling subjects not often given space to exist on-screen—like the lingering effects of grief and the challenge of sustaining friendships as you age.
—Paula Mejía, The Atlantic, 15 Sep. 2025
Bessent, leading the latest round of trade talks with China on behalf of the United States, had said that TikTok was one of the subjects likely to be discussed.
—David Goldman, CNN Money, 15 Sep. 2025
Neil’s with the Las Vegas Review-Journal and Sixx’s with the Los Angeles Times — also have their subjects addressing the band’s split with former guitarist Mick Mars in 2022 and the sore feelings and lawsuits that have come out of that.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 14 Sep. 2025
Whether someone's interests bore you or a mispronunciation is getting on your nerves, approach every conversation about such subjects with grace.
—David Oliver, USA Today, 13 Sep. 2025
More to Explore By documenting lushly hirsute Japanese officials alongside their beardless counterparts, portraiture preserved a photographic record of colonial subjects’ visibly inferior status.
—H.m.a. Leow, JSTOR Daily, 13 Sep. 2025
Verb
Today, the Court needlessly subjects countless more to these exact same indignities.
—Dan Gooding
hannah Parry, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Sep. 2025
The goal is to create a symmetrical implosion that subjects the fuel to the high pressures and temperatures needed for nuclear fusion to occur.
—Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 24 Aug. 2025
The plaintiffs argue that it was enacted in violation of Colorado’s Taxpayer’s Bill of Rights, a constitutional amendment approved by voters in 1992 that subjects all state tax hikes to voter approval.
—Patrick Gleason, Forbes.com, 8 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for subjects
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Support journalism that digs deeper into topics that matter most to Arkansans.—
Tom Murphy,
Arkansas Online,
12 Sep. 2025
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That impact on a smaller business with less than $50 million in annual revenue could mean immediate business closure, making this one of the most critical topics to discuss in leadership meetings.—
Max Silber,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
Noun
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According to a September 11 survey, Democrats are more likely than Republicans to say it is justified for citizens to resort to violence in order to achieve political goals.—
Martha McHardy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 Sep. 2025
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It’s struck fear in the hearts of panicked citizens.—
Michael Taube,
The Washington Examiner,
12 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Trump claimed without evidence that McEntarfer had manipulated statistics for political reasons.—
Max Zahn,
ABC News,
11 Sep. 2025
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Housing is one of the reasons anyone in tech will tell you that the industry is thriving in California largely in spite of regulations, not because of them.—
Reed Albergotti,
semafor.com,
10 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The Australian rock outfit rises on multiple tallies in the United States this frame and even manages to double up on one tally as a former bestseller performs well again, and the group nearly re-conquers a competitive roster.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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Sometimes love conquers all — with the help of modern medicine.—
Viola Kosome,
NPR,
11 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Specialized walking tours go beyond the main landmarks, focusing on themes that bring the city’s culture into sharper focus.—
David Nikel,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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Did themes of aging and mortality seep into your own thinking?—
Brian Hiatt,
Rolling Stone,
13 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Tensions are high after Homeland Security detained 475 people, more than 300 of them South Korean nationals, at a Hyundai electric battery plant in Savannah, Georgia.—
Maria Gracia Santillana Linares,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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Six Chinese nationals were recently detained in Subic Bay on espionage charges, further heightening mistrust.—
Kapil Kajal,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Bullet casings recovered at the scene were etched with anti-fascist messages, suggesting ideological motives.—
Amanda Castro
Hannah Parry
Shane Croucher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 Sep. 2025
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In the laconic tones of a police report, Ibargüengoitia investigates the murders and their motives, the society and the profession - the oldest of all, but no less mysterious for that - which precipitated them.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
Verb
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If The Studio love fully dominates the night, then Catherine O'Hara might take home this prize.—
H. Alan Scott,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 Sep. 2025
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Fast forward to today, and food still dominates the lives of the Wrights.—
Miguel Otárola,
Denver Post,
12 Sep. 2025
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“Subjects.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/subjects. Accessed 16 Sep. 2025.
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