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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
Korean Air was commended for maintaining its original seat configuration and prioritizing the needs of economy travelers.
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Tamara Hardingham-Gill, CNN, 9 Feb. 2025
Which speakers and configurations will be supported has yet to be determined.
—Julian Chokkattu, WIRED, 8 Feb. 2025
But, as the three teenage deaths illustrate, this threat does not come in just one configuration.
—Paul Sisson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Feb. 2025
That configuration also has a two-way bike lane running along the east side of the road.
—Aaron Leibowitz, Miami Herald, 5 Feb. 2025
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Tamara Hardingham-Gill, CNN, 9 Feb. 2025
Which speakers and configurations will be supported has yet to be determined.
—Julian Chokkattu, WIRED, 8 Feb. 2025
But, as the three teenage deaths illustrate, this threat does not come in just one configuration.
—Paul Sisson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Feb. 2025
That configuration also has a two-way bike lane running along the east side of the road.
—Aaron Leibowitz, Miami Herald, 5 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for configuration
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The lasting scars on the Gaza landscape are plain to see in the more than 360,000 structures − homes, schools, hospitals, mosques and other buildings − that lie in a vast expanse of toxic rubble.—
Stephen J. Beard,
USA TODAY,
11 Feb. 2025
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Just one in-game formation change — a move to a 5-4-1 after a late winner against Manchester City — in 2024-25 suggests United might rotate the players, but the broad structure has remained the same in possession.—
Mark Carey,
The Athletic,
9 Feb. 2025
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Currently, pricing starts at $1.875 million, and layouts range from studios to four-bedroom apartments and penthouses with private terraces.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
14 Feb. 2025
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The layout of Upton Park comprised four sections: the Sir Trevor Brooking Stand (renamed in honour of the club legend in 2009), the East Stand, the Sir Bobby Moore Stand (named after England’s 1966 World Cup-winning captain in 1993) and the Alpari Stand.—
Roshane Thomas,
The Athletic,
13 Feb. 2025
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Fusion energy developer Type One Energy this morning announced it's signed agreements with Commonwealth Fusion Systems and the Tennessee Valley Authority to bring its twisty stellarator design to life.—
Alan Neuhauser,
Axios,
11 Feb. 2025
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Uniqlo has been able to grow thanks to what experts say is a minimal, functional design at an affordable price point for many consumers.—
Christian Nunley,
CNBC,
11 Feb. 2025
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Retail corridors in Fulton Market, Wicker Park and Bucktown are in good shape.—
Fritz Kaegi,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Feb. 2025
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The precise calibration of branch diameter leads to a hallmark of fractal shapes called scale invariance.—
Mitchell Newberry,
The Conversation,
11 Feb. 2025
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The 1993 Oslo Accords, for example, relied on maps to provide the framework for Palestinian self-rule in return for security for Israel.—
Christine Leuenberger,
The Conversation,
7 Feb. 2025
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Graham unveiled the plan ahead of Senate Republicans' dinner with Mr. Trump on Friday night at Mar-a-Lago and a day after House Republicans spent hours at the White House trying to pull together their own framework.—
Caitlin Yilek,
CBS News,
7 Feb. 2025
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Man of Steel: Everyone in the football multiverse knew who this play was for, well before the goal-line formation condensed and guard David Edwards kicked out.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
The Athletic,
13 Feb. 2025
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The photographer had captured a rapid-fire sequence of more than 60 images, seven of which showed the huge bird formation.—
Oscar Holland,
CNN,
13 Feb. 2025
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Critics have argued that this format favors a stellar playoff performance at the cost of consistent excellence throughout the year.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
11 Feb. 2025
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According to Netflix, its in-person experiential installations to date have reached 7.5 million people across 170 openings in 100 cities and 40 unique formats around the world.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
11 Feb. 2025
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Globally, nearly 400 million have some form of vaccination against HPV, Merck said.—
Eduardo Cuevas,
USA TODAY,
11 Feb. 2025
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Submit your nomination for the next installment by using the form below.—
Kari Barnett,
Sun Sentinel,
11 Feb. 2025
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“Configuration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/configuration. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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