as in theme
a major object of interest or concern (as in a discussion or artistic composition)
the topic of his poem is the love that is shown in quiet actions rather than expressed in words
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Recent Examples of topic
The event focused on a topic that almost every parent needs guidance on—creating healthy digital wellness habits and mindful phone use.
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Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal, Parents, 13 Aug. 2025
Support journalism that digs deeper into topics that matter most to Arkansans.
—Arkansas Online, 12 Aug. 2025
Browse our entire portfolio of newsletter offerings to pick more topics that interest you specifically.
—Eric Larsen, IndyStar, 12 Aug. 2025
In recent years, Blodget also became intrigued by the opportunity that podcasting gives journalists to go deep on complex topics.
—Max Tani, semafor.com, 11 Aug. 2025
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Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal, Parents, 13 Aug. 2025
Support journalism that digs deeper into topics that matter most to Arkansans.
—Arkansas Online, 12 Aug. 2025
Browse our entire portfolio of newsletter offerings to pick more topics that interest you specifically.
—Eric Larsen, IndyStar, 12 Aug. 2025
In recent years, Blodget also became intrigued by the opportunity that podcasting gives journalists to go deep on complex topics.
—Max Tani, semafor.com, 11 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for topic
Noun
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Funny, joyous, incredibly moving, Passing Strange touches on several of Lee’s favorite themes (race, family) but his underrated gift for working with actors is on full display here.—
Tim Grierson,
Vulture,
16 Aug. 2025
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That has been the theme during English sides’ pre-season campaigns too, with Arsenal’s 15-year-old midfielder Max Dowman and 16-year-old Liverpool winger Rio Ngumoha impressing.—
The Athletic UK Staff,
New York Times,
16 Aug. 2025
Noun
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And that is why global health matters, and that is why institutions like the Fogarty International Center matter.—
Madhukar Pai,
Forbes.com,
12 Aug. 2025
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De Haan listed a few that could impact oil prices: Could a breakthrough in U.S.-Russia talks this week matter to prices?—
David Lightman,
Sacbee.com,
12 Aug. 2025
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As economist Hugh Rockoff writes, economic metrics have been the subject of political controversy since they were invented.—
Livia Gershon,
JSTOR Daily,
15 Aug. 2025
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The Studio Museum returns, on Nov. 15, with installations devoted to its collection and history, plus a show of electric-light works by Tom Lloyd, who was the subject of the museum’s first-ever exhibition, in 1968.—
Shauna Lyon,
New Yorker,
15 Aug. 2025
Noun
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As birds’ traditional resting and nesting spots become inhospitable, a more sobering question is whether improvements can happen rapidly enough.—
The Editors,
JSTOR Daily,
7 Aug. 2025
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The questions ask for feedback on the purpose, feel, look and identity of the area as well questions on getting to and around in the district and questions on building height.—
Jake Allen,
IndyStar,
7 Aug. 2025
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Raven motifs crept into the production design at every turn: Nevermore Academy’s front gates, Principal Weems’ office, roof tiles that resembled feathers, and the school’s mascot.—
Daron James,
IndieWire,
7 Aug. 2025
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In a somewhat desultory Virginia childhood, fishing with my father was a recurring motif.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
7 Aug. 2025
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“Topic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/topic. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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