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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 topics
Bryant Jonesboro Basketball Support journalism that digs deeper into topics that matter most to Arkansans.
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Erick Taylor, Arkansas Online, 10 Jan. 2026
Here are Pereira’s thoughts on several topics, edited for clarity and brevity.
—Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 9 Jan. 2026
Since 1999, Nicole has been a designer, copy editor, family columnist, and covered style, home design, gardening and other news-you-can-use topics.
—Nicole Villalpando, Austin American Statesman, 9 Jan. 2026
Exhumed also examines historical incidents like George Washington's death in 1799, along with Mary Shelley writing her seminal 1818 novel Frankenstein, to explore topics including mummification, folklore and the advancement of medicine through corpses.
—Carly Tagen-Dye, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
The pact promises to up the ante on the Globes outcomes for users of Polymarket, which has skyrocketed since its launch in 2020 and become a key source of tapping into public sentiment on topics ranging from politics and elections to sports to pop culture trends.
—Jordan Moreau, Variety, 9 Jan. 2026
The show quickly went to a commercial break moments later, with the panelists moving on to different topics as the episode continued.
—Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 9 Jan. 2026
Lasky also integrates tangential but no-less-compelling topics, like the show-stopping style of Iris Apfel and her influence on Lasky’s mother, and Lasky’s evergreen obsession with The Shining.
—Diana Arterian, Literary Hub, 6 Nov. 2025
In contrast, my columns add a little edge and a distinctive voice to topics important to readers.
—Hope Karnopp, jsonline.com, 6 Nov. 2025
Erick Taylor, Arkansas Online, 10 Jan. 2026
Here are Pereira’s thoughts on several topics, edited for clarity and brevity.
—Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 9 Jan. 2026
Since 1999, Nicole has been a designer, copy editor, family columnist, and covered style, home design, gardening and other news-you-can-use topics.
—Nicole Villalpando, Austin American Statesman, 9 Jan. 2026
Exhumed also examines historical incidents like George Washington's death in 1799, along with Mary Shelley writing her seminal 1818 novel Frankenstein, to explore topics including mummification, folklore and the advancement of medicine through corpses.
—Carly Tagen-Dye, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
The pact promises to up the ante on the Globes outcomes for users of Polymarket, which has skyrocketed since its launch in 2020 and become a key source of tapping into public sentiment on topics ranging from politics and elections to sports to pop culture trends.
—Jordan Moreau, Variety, 9 Jan. 2026
The show quickly went to a commercial break moments later, with the panelists moving on to different topics as the episode continued.
—Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 9 Jan. 2026
Lasky also integrates tangential but no-less-compelling topics, like the show-stopping style of Iris Apfel and her influence on Lasky’s mother, and Lasky’s evergreen obsession with The Shining.
—Diana Arterian, Literary Hub, 6 Nov. 2025
In contrast, my columns add a little edge and a distinctive voice to topics important to readers.
—Hope Karnopp, jsonline.com, 6 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for topics
Noun
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Despite the sidebars into prickly themes, the book never strays far from what its subtitle promises.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
15 Jan. 2026
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Now the Star Wars musical themes and motifs created by Williams that have been inseparably connected to the movies will be introduced throughout Galaxy’s Edge as well.—
Brady MacDonald,
Oc Register,
14 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Capable would-be leaders explain themselves, especially on matters affecting their constitutional qualifications.—
Robert Steinbuch,
Arkansas Online,
9 Jan. 2026
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Masoud Pezeshkian was elected president in 2024, promoting a more pragmatic foreign policy, but his powers are limited, and Khamenei calls the shots on all major matters of state.—
Mostafa Salem,
CNN Money,
9 Jan. 2026
Noun
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ChatGPT may be a helpful tool to answer questions about complex subjects, but users should verify the accuracy of that information before submitting it to the California labor board.—
William Melhado,
Sacbee.com,
13 Jan. 2026
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The move comes amid a boom in sports documentaries, many of which are spearheaded in partnership with their subjects.—
Eben Novy-Williams,
Sportico.com,
13 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Asleson says the same goes for traditional herringbone and chevron motifs.—
Patricia Shannon,
Better Homes & Gardens,
16 Jan. 2026
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The distributor also rolled out a playful social-media strategy drawing on the film’s visual textures and motifs, including an interactive map of premiere locations, each represented by a different mushroom.—
Ben Croll,
Variety,
15 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Ask The Post’s journalists Our reporters and editors answer your questions.—
Karen Tumulty,
Washington Post,
15 Jan. 2026
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Experts say some familiar nutrition advice remains, but the changes may raise questions and confusion.—
Sarah Garone,
Health,
9 Jan. 2026
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“Topics.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/topics. Accessed 18 Jan. 2026.
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