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as in topics
a major object of interest or concern (as in a discussion or artistic composition)
this dance piece deals with the timeless themes of birth and death
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as in articles
a short piece of writing done as a school exercise
please write a one page theme on the main character of this book
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as in essays
a short piece of writing typically expressing a point of view
the magazine will award a scholarship to the student who writes the best theme on the concept of personal freedom
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Recent Examples of themes
For Murakami, the exhibition marks a philosophical return to concrete artistic themes after a period of feeling untethered from a meaningful movement.
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Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 18 Feb. 2026
The concert will explore themes of family, tradition and unity through lively orchestral music with a handful of special guests.
—Ashley Opina, Twin Cities, 18 Feb. 2026
The most somber day on the Christian calendar is occasion for U2 to put out a half-dozen songs with appropriately somber themes — but also, in some cases, a hard-rocking musical settings.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 18 Feb. 2026
Lean into themes that speak to you, whether that’s national parks, cute animals, or outer space.
—Angela Haupt, Time, 18 Feb. 2026
After 9/11, Munich themes expanded to include cooperation to fight terrorist groups.
—Arthur I. Cyr, Chicago Tribune, 18 Feb. 2026
The main themes that Rubio hit were the profoundly damaging consequences of unfettered free trade and mass migration.
—Eliot A. Cohen, The Atlantic, 17 Feb. 2026
Others pushed the exotic limits further with Hindu/Asia or Babylonian/Mesopotamian themes.
—Jody Mamone, Hartford Courant, 11 Feb. 2026
The show featured themes of patriotism and faith with a rugged blue-collar vibe.
—Torrey Snow, Baltimore Sun, 11 Feb. 2026
Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 18 Feb. 2026
The concert will explore themes of family, tradition and unity through lively orchestral music with a handful of special guests.
—Ashley Opina, Twin Cities, 18 Feb. 2026
The most somber day on the Christian calendar is occasion for U2 to put out a half-dozen songs with appropriately somber themes — but also, in some cases, a hard-rocking musical settings.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 18 Feb. 2026
Lean into themes that speak to you, whether that’s national parks, cute animals, or outer space.
—Angela Haupt, Time, 18 Feb. 2026
After 9/11, Munich themes expanded to include cooperation to fight terrorist groups.
—Arthur I. Cyr, Chicago Tribune, 18 Feb. 2026
The main themes that Rubio hit were the profoundly damaging consequences of unfettered free trade and mass migration.
—Eliot A. Cohen, The Atlantic, 17 Feb. 2026
Others pushed the exotic limits further with Hindu/Asia or Babylonian/Mesopotamian themes.
—Jody Mamone, Hartford Courant, 11 Feb. 2026
The show featured themes of patriotism and faith with a rugged blue-collar vibe.
—Torrey Snow, Baltimore Sun, 11 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for themes
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Support journalism that digs deeper into topics that matter most to Arkansans.—
John Brummett,
Arkansas Online,
24 Feb. 2026
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The growth of the medium will be among the key topics of conversation today at MIP London, where COL chief Oh will be speaking.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
23 Feb. 2026
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Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content.—
Reuters,
NBC news,
17 Feb. 2026
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From newspaper articles and photographs to detailed life timelines, Ancestry is incredibly thorough.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Feb. 2026
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Her essays and criticism have appeared in the New York Times, New York Magazine, The Atlantic, Vanity Fair, Esquire, The New Republic, and more.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
19 Feb. 2026
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For this year’s installment, Vogue partnered with the publisher 831 Stories on a collection of essays and excerpts celebrating the art of romantic fiction.—
Catie Disabato,
Vogue,
16 Feb. 2026
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While the weight and material of the set is noteworthy, the beautiful matelassé-style pattern—complete with floral motifs and geometric designs—adds a sophisticated touch to any space.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
20 Feb. 2026
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Anchored by a 56-foot indoor heated pool, the spa is framed in soft lighting with mirrors and custom ceramic interiors etched with mountain motifs.—
Lane Nieset,
Travel + Leisure,
19 Feb. 2026
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Some foreign papers pointed out Jackie’s history of troubled pregnancies and caesarean births.—
Steven Levingston,
Vanity Fair,
23 Feb. 2026
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Most cabin walls are metal, making these strong hooks perfect for keeping key papers visible and organized.—
Kristine Hansen,
Travel + Leisure,
23 Feb. 2026
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One of the defendants, Benjamin Song, a 32-year-old former Marine Corps reservist who associates described to authorities as a cult-like ringleader who opposes the government on immigration enforcement and on other matters, shot Alvarado Police Department Lt.—
Emerson Clarridge
Updated February 17,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
18 Feb. 2026
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The person asked to have their name withheld because they were not authorized to speak to the media about administrative matters.—
Jaweed Kaleem,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Feb. 2026
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Here are two more stories of the subterranean, one sinister and one salty.—
Maureen O'Hare,
CNN Money,
21 Feb. 2026
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Some clients said they were told to make up stories of abuse that became the crux of their lawsuit.—
Rebecca Ellis,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Feb. 2026
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In Yu’s view, persistent geopolitical tensions, ranging from trade rows to questions over supply-chain dependency, do affect the company’s plan, but their impact is expected to be short-term.—
Xiaoying You,
semafor.com,
24 Feb. 2026
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Meyer, the union’s chief negotiator, was speaking after spending nearly two hours in the Padres clubhouse updating players and answering their questions.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 Feb. 2026
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“Themes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/themes. Accessed 24 Feb. 2026.
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