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as in structure
the arrangement of parts that gives something its basic form
the basic configuration of the building is that of a geodesic dome
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as in layout
the way in which something is sized, arranged, or organized
a small business computer system in its simplest configuration
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as in design
the way in which the elements of something (as a work of art) are arranged
his photographs have an intentionally loose configuration, with no single object intended as the primary center of interest
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as in shape
the outward appearance of something as distinguished from its substance
a birthday cake in the configuration of a top hat
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Recent Examples of configuration
The details also confirm an earlier leak from the respected tipster Ice Universe, who predicted the same configuration in September.
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Paul Monckton, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
Trade dress refers to a product's packaging, design, configuration and its look and feel, according to the National Trademark Association.
—Max Filby, USA TODAY, 27 Dec. 2024
In the exhibition, the tubular pendants and sconces are arranged in various configurations and theatrical settings; besides brass, bronze, and silver, there are leather and suede options.
—Morgan Meier, Curbed, 27 Dec. 2024
This is a configuration that has appeared in four-, five-, and six-digit references of the collection, but perhaps the most special is the 16753 as seen here.
—Blake Buettner, Robb Report, 27 Dec. 2024
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Paul Monckton, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
Trade dress refers to a product's packaging, design, configuration and its look and feel, according to the National Trademark Association.
—Max Filby, USA TODAY, 27 Dec. 2024
In the exhibition, the tubular pendants and sconces are arranged in various configurations and theatrical settings; besides brass, bronze, and silver, there are leather and suede options.
—Morgan Meier, Curbed, 27 Dec. 2024
This is a configuration that has appeared in four-, five-, and six-digit references of the collection, but perhaps the most special is the 16753 as seen here.
—Blake Buettner, Robb Report, 27 Dec. 2024
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That property, including the main ranch house as well as the stables, has been wiped out by the 23,000-acre blaze, which has destroyed more than 1,200 structures through much of the Pacific Palisades and eastern Malibu.Seth Abramovitch, The Hollywood Reporter, 17 Jan. 2025
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Interestingly enough, the model is less focused on predicting specific protein structures, like Deepmind’s AlphaFold, but rather on predicting how those proteins will interact with others.Alex Knapp, Forbes, 17 Jan. 2025
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The living room, with exposures on either side, highlights the home’s pinwheel layout, in which rooms radiate out from the center like spokes on a wheel.David Foxley, Architectural Digest, 10 Jan. 2025
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Near Kenneth Fire Samsung Updates Galaxy S24, S23, S22, S21—But S25 Will Be Different The layout of the Epomaker Galaxy 100 is 1800 ANSI U.S with a full numpad and volume knob.Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
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Samsung The Frame Pro TV Photo by Chris Welch / The Verge Samsung’s The Frame TV appealed to many consumers with an aesthetically pleasing design and the ability to camouflage itself as a piece of art in a home’s decor.Andrew Liszewski, The Verge, 7 Jan. 2025
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Renderings of the bar areas in the new building showed a spacious and smart layout design while still having blue walls behind the bar and pictures of iconic Boise State football moments on display.Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 7 Jan. 2025
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After a heart attack, scar tissue often forms to allow the organ to keep its shape, but the downside is that this tissue doesn’t beat.Michael Irving, New Atlas, 18 Jan. 2025
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There is always the human form on the one hand, and lines and shapes on the other.E. Tammy Kim, The New Yorker, 18 Jan. 2025
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Although they can be pruned into any shape, Wood recommends that pruning is kept within the framework of the plant.Luke Miller, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Jan. 2025
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The framework was introduced at Schulman’s first town hall for the Burberry teams.David Moin, WWD, 14 Jan. 2025
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Often seen around underwater propellers, cavitation is the formation of gas bubbles in a liquid due to pressure changes.Forbes, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
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Examples of NTDs are spina bifida (incomplete formation of the spine and spinal cord) or anencephaly (incomplete formation of the brain and skull).Melissa Nieves, Verywell Health, 8 Jan. 2025
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This format has resonated with viewers across the globe, winning many awards.Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 17 Jan. 2025
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The format does tailor itself well to players showcasing their offensive repertoires.Sabreena Merchant, The Athletic, 17 Jan. 2025
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As climate disasters continue to happen more frequently—and the world faces a new potential pandemic in the form of bird flu—business looks extremely good for wellness influencers adept at turning disease and disasters into marketing hooks.Anna Merlan, WIRED, 18 Jan. 2025
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Advertisement Thankfully, the story arc is designed so that chaos keeps barging in, most delightfully in the form of a scene stealer named ParTeb, a goofball from Tunisia who presents as a saucy green alien.Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 18 Jan. 2025
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“Configuration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/configuration. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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