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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
On Saturday night, after the audience of the Royal Alexandra Theatre roared in a standing ovation for Fraser and his director, Hikari (Beef, 37 Seconds), the star became visibly choked up talking about the themes of Rental Family.
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Nick Romano, Entertainment Weekly, 7 Sep. 2025
Also, different areas often had a multi period perspective and themes were carried across courses to connect the dots.
—Shivaram Rajgopal, Forbes.com, 6 Sep. 2025
The director thrives on these kinds of connections, planting her themes like a tree whose roots spread deeper and wider as the movie progresses.
—Jordan Mintzer, HollywoodReporter, 6 Sep. 2025
Qureshi underscores the film’s universal themes.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 6 Sep. 2025
Combining a western visual lexicon with deeply specific national themes, Sholay’s reputation has only grown over the intervening half-century since it was made.
—Christina Newland, Vulture, 5 Sep. 2025
If the themes sound melancholy, Jackman ensures the execution is never dour.
—Leila Latif, IndieWire, 5 Sep. 2025
Task, like Ingelsby’s Mare of Easttown before it, is one that isn’t all weighty introspection despite its heavy themes.
—EW.com, 26 Aug. 2025
Three themes came through—though answers were harder to find.
—Geoff Colvin, Fortune, 26 Aug. 2025
Nick Romano, Entertainment Weekly, 7 Sep. 2025
Also, different areas often had a multi period perspective and themes were carried across courses to connect the dots.
—Shivaram Rajgopal, Forbes.com, 6 Sep. 2025
The director thrives on these kinds of connections, planting her themes like a tree whose roots spread deeper and wider as the movie progresses.
—Jordan Mintzer, HollywoodReporter, 6 Sep. 2025
Qureshi underscores the film’s universal themes.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 6 Sep. 2025
Combining a western visual lexicon with deeply specific national themes, Sholay’s reputation has only grown over the intervening half-century since it was made.
—Christina Newland, Vulture, 5 Sep. 2025
If the themes sound melancholy, Jackman ensures the execution is never dour.
—Leila Latif, IndieWire, 5 Sep. 2025
Task, like Ingelsby’s Mare of Easttown before it, is one that isn’t all weighty introspection despite its heavy themes.
—EW.com, 26 Aug. 2025
Three themes came through—though answers were harder to find.
—Geoff Colvin, Fortune, 26 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for themes
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The concept touches on many of the topics driving political debate across the United States, from criminal justice reform and diversity, equity, and inclusion to affirmative action and immigration.—
John Scott Lewinski,
The Washington Examiner,
5 Sep. 2025
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The club’s managing director faced the media within 24 hours of Monday’s 7pm deadline, with no topics off the table.—
Beren Cross,
New York Times,
5 Sep. 2025
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Made by History takes readers beyond the headlines with articles written and edited by professional historians.—
Time,
Time,
8 Sep. 2025
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This is the second in a series of articles about transnational romance fraud.—
Christine Ro,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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The publication also includes several essays on topics confronting colleges today.—
Bruno V. Manno,
Forbes.com,
1 Sep. 2025
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Once a writer can articulate some answers (and these answers will change over time, with life events, and with artistic failure or success), only then can the writer best determine the trajectories of stories, novels, essays, and of a literary career.—
Douglas Unger
August 29,
Literary Hub,
29 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Loloi x Magnolia Home Sinclair Collection Area Rug Perfect for tying the entire room together, this area rug has antique motifs, subtle distressing details, and neutral shades of taupe that go with all kinds of hues.—
Mia Huelsbeck,
PEOPLE,
6 Sep. 2025
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Adams’ works celebrated the color and movement through vibrant geometric styles; Shrigley brought forth wit and humor through banana motifs and Stewart leaned into a trippy take on optimism through Pop-Surrealist florals.—
Emily Mercer,
Footwear News,
4 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Rare film footage, costumes, shoes, props, papers and other Joffrey goodies are making their way across the country for a three-month stay, marking the company’s 70th anniversary and 30th year in its adopted home.—
Lauren Warnecke,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Sep. 2025
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Daniels, for his part, visited papers like The Dallas Morning News and spoke with journalists, while Koman leaned on his lifelong fascination with journalism’s luminaries like Gay Talese and Ben Bradlee.—
Andy Meek,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
Noun
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With a newfound momentum, Catlin took matters into his own hands, bringing a recovered fumble to Timberview’s 13-yard line; the Raiders couldn’t capitalize, settling for a 25-yard field goal attempt that went off the right upright.—
Charles Baggarly,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
5 Sep. 2025
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Dale Ellis covers the federal courthouse beat for the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, reporting on criminal and civil matters that impact Arkansans.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
5 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Other big stories ➤ The median rent on a one-bedroom Phoenix-area apartment is falling after the region led the nation in price increases in 2021.—
Lorenzino Estrada,
AZCentral.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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Randy Tucker Many of you have read the name PLK Communities in my stories about the team of developers behind the controversial Hyde Park Square redevelopment plan.—
Randy Tucker,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
3 Sep. 2025
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Revord fielded questions from curious castmates and asked hair and makeup artists to help choose character outfits for their Pinterest board.—
Clare Mulroy,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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David Bowden told the Washington Post that the cleanup duties raise questions about how to maintain the units’ readiness.—
Ross O'Keefe,
The Washington Examiner,
4 Sep. 2025
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“Themes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/themes. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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