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as in architectures
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 layouts
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 formats
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 shapes
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 configurations
This feature allows users to customize aspect ratios and picture sizes with one-touch switching between preset configurations.
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Mrigakshi Dixit, interestingengineering.com, 30 Dec. 2024
Yet not all light configurations were effective.
—Melissa Cristina Marquez, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
With 90% accuracy in predicting no-shows and computation speeds 10 times faster than traditional methods, the airline optimized cargo configurations and cut fuel waste—saving millions annually.
—Gaurav Tewari, Forbes, 30 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
Organizations should implement regular cross-functional architectural reviews involving enterprise architects, security teams and business stakeholders to assess platform configurations, integration patterns and data flows across the application landscape.
—Hrishikesh Joshi, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
Both sides have experimented with various configurations of anti-drone technologies.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 27 Dec. 2024
The configurations of storage bins are endless.
—Jordan Goldberg, Architectural Digest, 27 Dec. 2024
Even more worrying, three-quarters of respondents do not understand why adjusting router settings is important, showing a significant gap in awareness about the risks associated with default configurations.
—Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, Fox News, 24 Dec. 2024
Mrigakshi Dixit, interestingengineering.com, 30 Dec. 2024
Yet not all light configurations were effective.
—Melissa Cristina Marquez, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
With 90% accuracy in predicting no-shows and computation speeds 10 times faster than traditional methods, the airline optimized cargo configurations and cut fuel waste—saving millions annually.
—Gaurav Tewari, Forbes, 30 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
Organizations should implement regular cross-functional architectural reviews involving enterprise architects, security teams and business stakeholders to assess platform configurations, integration patterns and data flows across the application landscape.
—Hrishikesh Joshi, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
Both sides have experimented with various configurations of anti-drone technologies.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 27 Dec. 2024
The configurations of storage bins are endless.
—Jordan Goldberg, Architectural Digest, 27 Dec. 2024
Even more worrying, three-quarters of respondents do not understand why adjusting router settings is important, showing a significant gap in awareness about the risks associated with default configurations.
—Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, Fox News, 24 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for configurations
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In the past decade, traditional businesses shifted to cloud-native architectures, gained market differentiation and delivered enhanced customer experiences.—
Rajesh Rajagopalan,
Forbes,
23 Dec. 2024
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Looking Ahead Just as cloud-native architectures transformed how businesses build and deploy applications over the last decade, AI-native companies have started to reshape how organizations create value, enhance efficiencies and deliver transformational customer experiences.—
Rajesh Rajagopalan,
Forbes,
23 Dec. 2024
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Cabin layouts also vary—some are much more suited to mobility needs than others.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes,
20 Dec. 2024
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For instance, concierge staff should know flight statuses, airport layouts and alternative routes in case of disruptions.—
Pascal Bélanger,
Forbes,
19 Dec. 2024
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While electronic invoicing will become the default system for issuing invoices within the EU, member states will retain the option to allow alternative formats for certain types of transactions.—
Aleksandra Bal,
Forbes,
4 Jan. 2025
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The standard outlines specifications for invoice content, defining the mandatory and optional elements that an e-invoice must or may include, and provides guidance on structuring these elements within machine-readable XML formats.—
Aleksandra Bal,
Forbes,
4 Jan. 2025
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And criminal hackers and adversarial states are already employing AI and MI as instruments to identify and take advantage of flaws in threat detection frameworks.—
Chuck Brooks,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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As a next step, the industry must require mandatory, transparent transition plans aligned with specialized frameworks like the UN's Forum for Insurance Transition to Net Zero.—
Mindy Lubber,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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The former livestock trail in Coconino National Forest roughly 40 miles south of Flagstaff and 20 miles southeast of Sedona offers spectacular glimpses of the mountains of northern Arizona and iconic red-rock geologic formations.—
Mare Czinar,
The Arizona Republic,
3 Jan. 2025
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This trail offers lovely views of sandstone formations, lush forests, and a small waterfall.—
Lauren Mowery,
Forbes,
2 Jan. 2025
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But this year, a number of artists contributed even more music to the collection, with some dropping brand new compositions and others putting festive spins on beloved tracks released by other stars in previous years.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
26 Dec. 2024
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Musical compositions The latest crop of compositions spans the era's jazz standards, show tunes, pop music and more.—
Rachel Treisman,
NPR,
26 Dec. 2024
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YouTube Kapadia's skill in drawing out these themes has been widely acclaimed.—
Diaa Hadid,
NPR,
24 Dec. 2024
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These themes complement the primary Christian story of Jesus’ life, death and resurrection.—
Priscilla Whitehead,
Sun Sentinel,
24 Dec. 2024
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United have previously benefited from similar arrangements in the cases of Jadon Sancho and Mason Greenwood at Borussia Dortmund and Getafe respectively.—
James McNicholas,
The Athletic,
25 Dec. 2024
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The text of both arrangements was largely finalized, but neither got over the finish line.—
Samuel Charap,
Foreign Affairs,
24 Dec. 2024
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“Configurations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/configurations. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.
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