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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
But those familiar with Golding’s 1954 novel will know that its macabre themes of civilization versus savagery and the nature of evil are a far step away from the West End.
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Diana Lodderhose, Deadline, 4 Mar. 2026
The film explores themes of migration, identity and the search for freedom.
—Thinus Ferreira, Variety, 4 Mar. 2026
Phedra Redifer, executive director of Workforce Solutions for North Central Texas, grounded those big picture themes in the realities of the region.
—Wilborn P. Nobles Iii, Dallas Morning News, 4 Mar. 2026
Key themes in her work include environmental catastrophe, belief, and the strange and unsettling aspects of human life.
—Joy Williams, The Dial, 3 Mar. 2026
The books may contain adult themes.
—Danielle Parker, CBS News, 3 Mar. 2026
In the Mahmoud case, Maryland parents sued for the right to opt their children out of instruction that included storybooks with LGBTQ+ themes, saying that not being allowed to opt them out violated their free exercise and parental rights.
—Kristen Taketa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Mar. 2026
But all of Hjorth’s themes are here.
—Honor Jones, The Atlantic, 3 Mar. 2026
Lessons for North Carolina Workplaces Across this year’s winners, a few themes stand out.
—Allison Palmer, Charlotte Observer, 25 Feb. 2026
Diana Lodderhose, Deadline, 4 Mar. 2026
The film explores themes of migration, identity and the search for freedom.
—Thinus Ferreira, Variety, 4 Mar. 2026
Phedra Redifer, executive director of Workforce Solutions for North Central Texas, grounded those big picture themes in the realities of the region.
—Wilborn P. Nobles Iii, Dallas Morning News, 4 Mar. 2026
Key themes in her work include environmental catastrophe, belief, and the strange and unsettling aspects of human life.
—Joy Williams, The Dial, 3 Mar. 2026
The books may contain adult themes.
—Danielle Parker, CBS News, 3 Mar. 2026
In the Mahmoud case, Maryland parents sued for the right to opt their children out of instruction that included storybooks with LGBTQ+ themes, saying that not being allowed to opt them out violated their free exercise and parental rights.
—Kristen Taketa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Mar. 2026
But all of Hjorth’s themes are here.
—Honor Jones, The Atlantic, 3 Mar. 2026
Lessons for North Carolina Workplaces Across this year’s winners, a few themes stand out.
—Allison Palmer, Charlotte Observer, 25 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for themes
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Support journalism that digs deeper into topics that matter most to Arkansans.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
3 Mar. 2026
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Studying and exercising the brain muscle opens you up to interesting topics.—
Lisa Stardust,
Vogue,
2 Mar. 2026
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Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content.—
Kevin Collier,
NBC news,
3 Mar. 2026
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The journalist and historian has written thousands of articles, columns, and editorials, and has earned multiple lifetime achievement honors, and has authored or edited 14 books on LGBTQ+ history.—
Adam Harrington,
CBS News,
3 Mar. 2026
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Primarily written by Alexander Hamilton, the essays were an intellectual defense of the Constitution.—
Michael Golden,
The Orlando Sentinel,
27 Feb. 2026
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Her essays have appeared in the Los Angeles Times and the Sacramento Bee.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
26 Feb. 2026
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Rather than dressing up as a Disney character, incorporate polka dots, fun prints like leopard, and red-and-black motifs throughout your vacation wardrobe.—
Irene Richardson,
InStyle,
6 Mar. 2026
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Some repeat motifs obsessively.—
Miguel Sirgado,
Miami Herald,
5 Mar. 2026
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In 2005, Kesselman launched Raw’s line of papers—unique for being both vegan and unbleached—and within a few years the brand caught on with the hip-hop community.—
Mark Yarm,
New Yorker,
2 Mar. 2026
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The nation’s founders wrote that citizens had a right to be secure in their papers.—
Seth Klamann,
Denver Post,
2 Mar. 2026
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But China has consistently steered clear of direct involvement in its partners’ conflicts, showing little appetite for wading into Middle Eastern security matters beyond protecting its own assets.—
John Liu,
CNN Money,
4 Mar. 2026
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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,
3 Mar. 2026
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Upstairs is meticulously staged as an Airbnb retreat that comes with modern amenities, Old West charm and quaint stories about ghosts.—
David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
28 Feb. 2026
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But beneath the surface, Life Time Group Holdings and Planet Fitness told very different stories about the American consumer.—
Brandon Gomez,
CNBC,
28 Feb. 2026
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The exact missile type remains unclear, raising questions about whether Iran is trialing medium-range ballistic missiles (MRBMs) with maneuverable or hypersonic capabilities.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
3 Mar. 2026
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The ability for chatbots to ask follow-up questions and elicit key details from users is one area where Wachter sees room for improvement.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
3 Mar. 2026
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“Themes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/themes. Accessed 6 Mar. 2026.
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