as in themes
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
Thanks to its longstanding relationships, the hotel can arrange for an array of unique experiences in the city and throughout Tuscany, covering topics from food and wine to fashion, art, history, and perfume.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
That economic reality has shaped how many NBA figures approach politically sensitive topics involving China.
—Alejandro Avila Outkick, FOXNews.com, 2 June 2026
Thursday’s practice at Halas Hall was open to reporters, offering an opportunity to put the magnifying glass over a handful of key topics.
—Dan Wiederer, New York Times, 1 June 2026
Support journalism that digs deeper into topics that matter most to Arkansans.
—Ella McCarthy, Arkansas Online, 1 June 2026
Now, audiences are more connected than ever, and algorithmic feeds on apps like TikTok allow for widespread discourse on concentrated topics, continuously pouring gas on the flames of online drama.
—Alyssa Goldberg, USA Today, 1 June 2026
Weave them into conversation naturally and look for other opportunities to explore these topics.
—Christopher Kaufman, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Sam researches these topics a lot.
—David Canfield, HollywoodReporter, 1 June 2026
While Robin Williams' signature humor appears in Patch Adams, the film tackles challenging topics such as suicide and child molestation, as well.
—Sharareh Drury, Entertainment Weekly, 25 May 2026
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
That economic reality has shaped how many NBA figures approach politically sensitive topics involving China.
—Alejandro Avila Outkick, FOXNews.com, 2 June 2026
Thursday’s practice at Halas Hall was open to reporters, offering an opportunity to put the magnifying glass over a handful of key topics.
—Dan Wiederer, New York Times, 1 June 2026
Support journalism that digs deeper into topics that matter most to Arkansans.
—Ella McCarthy, Arkansas Online, 1 June 2026
Now, audiences are more connected than ever, and algorithmic feeds on apps like TikTok allow for widespread discourse on concentrated topics, continuously pouring gas on the flames of online drama.
—Alyssa Goldberg, USA Today, 1 June 2026
Weave them into conversation naturally and look for other opportunities to explore these topics.
—Christopher Kaufman, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Sam researches these topics a lot.
—David Canfield, HollywoodReporter, 1 June 2026
While Robin Williams' signature humor appears in Patch Adams, the film tackles challenging topics such as suicide and child molestation, as well.
—Sharareh Drury, Entertainment Weekly, 25 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for topics
Noun
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Aida Ashouri, 43, a former deputy city attorney who has also worked as a legal aid and immigration attorney, made civil liberties, immigrant rights, tenant protections and government transparency central themes of her campaign.—
Teresa Liu,
Daily News,
3 June 2026
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This election largely hewed to many of those same themes.—
Jakob Rodgers,
Mercury News,
3 June 2026
Noun
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To make matters worse, officials said that they are not being adopted fast enough.—
Stephen Underwood,
Hartford Courant,
2 June 2026
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This is why wind speed matters so much.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
2 June 2026
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According to the footage, what awaits Rhaenyra during her reign are fearful subjects, conniving enemies, sleepless nights and plenty of anguish.—
Tracy Brown,
Los Angeles Times,
29 May 2026
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Rhaenyra is suddenly dealing with internal criticism, possible rebellions, subjects spray-painting nasty stuff on the walls and self-doubt.—
Bryan Alexander,
USA Today,
29 May 2026
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The heels are crafted in a delicate rose Jimmy Choo lace, and are defined by romantic floral motifs throughout that are also layered over a sheer base.—
Karla Rodriguez,
Footwear News,
4 June 2026
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While the Sagrada Familia is his most famous work, Gaudi is well known for Park Güell, completed between 1900 and 1913, which features many of his iconic motifs, Casa Batlló, and the apartment building Casa Milà, which is mimics a wave.—
Harrison Jacobs,
ARTnews.com,
4 June 2026
Noun
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In this period before culture was so profoundly professionalized, populism and pluralism were genuine material questions of public participation, access, and power.—
Katy Siegel,
Artforum,
2 June 2026
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The details of the card are written in a cursive that flows against the less elastic serifs of the demographic data questions.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
2 June 2026
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“Topics.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/topics. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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