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 conversation touched on a host of other topics.
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Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 21 Mar. 2026
Richard Sher’s panel of Jimmy Mathis, Mary Koch, Adam Wood and Barry Gogel debate this controversial topic.
—Bill Wachsberger, Baltimore Sun, 21 Mar. 2026
Trump’s post was a distraction from other topics that are top of mind for the public and dominating the news cycle.
—Sydney Topf, The Washington Examiner, 21 Mar. 2026
On the other hand, some viewers might feel just the opposite — that the film ducks out of addressing white-hot topics such as trans women and girls in women’s sports or the studies that don’t support medical interventions for children under 18 and so on.
—Leslie Felperin, HollywoodReporter, 20 Mar. 2026
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Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 21 Mar. 2026
Richard Sher’s panel of Jimmy Mathis, Mary Koch, Adam Wood and Barry Gogel debate this controversial topic.
—Bill Wachsberger, Baltimore Sun, 21 Mar. 2026
Trump’s post was a distraction from other topics that are top of mind for the public and dominating the news cycle.
—Sydney Topf, The Washington Examiner, 21 Mar. 2026
On the other hand, some viewers might feel just the opposite — that the film ducks out of addressing white-hot topics such as trans women and girls in women’s sports or the studies that don’t support medical interventions for children under 18 and so on.
—Leslie Felperin, HollywoodReporter, 20 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for topic
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The period, which spans four weeks leading up to Christmas, is reserved for prayer, reflection and preparation with themes like hope, peace, joy and love.—
Alexis Simmerman,
Austin American Statesman,
17 Mar. 2026
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That’s a theme that Mayeri doesn’t taken lightly, as the film eventually morphs from wacky curiosity to deep reflection.—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
17 Mar. 2026
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The United States was informed about Israel's plans to strike the South Pars natural gas field but did not take part in it, according to a person familiar with the matter.—
DEMOCRAT-GAZETTE STAFF FROM WIRE REPORTS,
Arkansas Online,
19 Mar. 2026
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The inquiry into Kent’s alleged mishandling of classified information reportedly predates his resignation, according to multiple people with knowledge of the matter, Semafor first reported.—
Washington Examiner Staff,
The Washington Examiner,
19 Mar. 2026
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There are a lot of issues in government that can be the subject of reasonable and well-informed discussion, where different parties might fall on different answers.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
23 Mar. 2026
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Florida law and the Constitution provide for virtually all records and meetings to be public but allow for exemptions enacted by a specific law limited to one subject and passed by a two-thirds majority in each house.—
Martin Dyckman,
The Orlando Sentinel,
22 Mar. 2026
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Advice columnist Carolyn Hax takes your comments and questions most Fridays about life, family, relationships and more.—
Carolyn Hax,
Washington Post,
27 Mar. 2026
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The divided views highlight deeper questions about how the site should be redeveloped and whether an arena fits.—
Lilly Kersh,
Dallas Morning News,
21 Mar. 2026
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Nostalgia, printed–this season’s favorite motif.—
Minty Mellon,
Vogue,
18 Mar. 2026
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Inspired by the helter-skelter brickwork of Chiang Mai's crumbling temples, their façades feature masonry laid in intricate motifs and wooden lattices that create beautiful shadowy patterns when the sun hits.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 Mar. 2026
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