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
Some might also be curious about the president's stance on the topic.
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Marina Johnson, Louisville Courier Journal, 15 Oct. 2025
The topic of names and pronouns is especially delicate for many students and their families.
—Grace Tucker, Cincinnati Enquirer, 15 Oct. 2025
Redistricting will also be a key rallying topic for Hoosiers, Hulse said.
—Cate Charron, IndyStar, 15 Oct. 2025
Have a suggestion for a future topic?
—Zach Wichter, USA Today, 15 Oct. 2025
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Marina Johnson, Louisville Courier Journal, 15 Oct. 2025
The topic of names and pronouns is especially delicate for many students and their families.
—Grace Tucker, Cincinnati Enquirer, 15 Oct. 2025
Redistricting will also be a key rallying topic for Hoosiers, Hulse said.
—Cate Charron, IndyStar, 15 Oct. 2025
Have a suggestion for a future topic?
—Zach Wichter, USA Today, 15 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for topic
Noun
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The bedtime stories explore themes like bravery, acceptance and self-love, and are printed in both braille and text.—
Brittany Talarico,
PEOPLE,
10 Oct. 2025
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Eddington contains a number of images, story points and themes that struck a chord at the time of its theatrical release in July 2025, but a number of them have proven to be quite prophetic of more recent events within America’s fraught political landscape.—
Brian Davids,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Oct. 2025
Noun
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But on Wednesday, Roberts said, Scott's injury became an 'urgent matter,' necessitating the procedure, which has a recovery timetable of 1-2 weeks.—
Shaun McAvoy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Oct. 2025
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Working with Sam [Esmail] and working with Rami [Malek] — the relationships are what matter.—
Daniel D'Addario,
Variety,
10 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Passage rates in both subjects were up by roughly a percentage point since last year.—
Jemma Stephenson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Oct. 2025
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Weather sealing keeps it safe in tough conditions, and the autofocus system handles fast-moving subjects with ease.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
9 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Redford also answered some questions in a phone interview Thursday.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Oct. 2025
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Fans responded to the question with a massive roar as Mumford pumped his fist in the air.—
Piet Levy,
jsonline.com,
12 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Scattered across the upper are enamel pins that flip Chanel’s smiley-face and yin-yang motifs through Vans’ own lens, while leather accents and metal hardware elevate the finish.—
Christopher Claxton,
Billboard,
10 Oct. 2025
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Clients can also tell a personal story through custom marquetry and inlaid veneers, incorporating a family crest or a signature motif.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
10 Oct. 2025
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“Topic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/topic. Accessed 17 Oct. 2025.
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