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as in topic
a major object of interest or concern (as in a discussion or artistic composition)
this dance piece deals with the timeless themes of birth and death
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2
as in article
a short piece of writing done as a school exercise
please write a one page theme on the main character of this book
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as in essay
a short piece of writing typically expressing a point of view
the magazine will award a scholarship to the student who writes the best theme on the concept of personal freedom
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Recent Examples of theme
Stars leaned into the old-school Hollywood glamor theme, and looked to legends of the hair and makeup world for help.
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Ranyechi Udemezue, Vogue, 17 Feb. 2025
In the galvanizing opening of the second Trump administration, voters who wanted to send a message seemed to be gravitating toward Emilia Pérez, whose trans-empowerment themes marked a rebuke of the new president’s policies.
—Nate Jones, Vulture, 15 Feb. 2025
Ford tucks major ideas and themes into the stunning feature, one that functions both as an intimate exploration of identity and a rallying cry for a new kind of world.
—Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 15 Feb. 2025
On the film side, Netflix is billing Frozen Hot Boys as having a similar underdog theme to Mad Unicorn.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 5 Feb. 2025
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Ranyechi Udemezue, Vogue, 17 Feb. 2025
In the galvanizing opening of the second Trump administration, voters who wanted to send a message seemed to be gravitating toward Emilia Pérez, whose trans-empowerment themes marked a rebuke of the new president’s policies.
—Nate Jones, Vulture, 15 Feb. 2025
Ford tucks major ideas and themes into the stunning feature, one that functions both as an intimate exploration of identity and a rallying cry for a new kind of world.
—Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 15 Feb. 2025
On the film side, Netflix is billing Frozen Hot Boys as having a similar underdog theme to Mad Unicorn.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 5 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for theme
Noun
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Last season, five conference teams made the field, something that became a big topic of conversation.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
26 Feb. 2025
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The Washington Post's Opinion Section editor David Shipley resigned after owner Jeff Bezos mandated the section prioritize two topics, personal liberties and free markets, and not publish dissenting views in those areas.—
Sara Fischer,
Axios,
26 Feb. 2025
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Listen to this article GLENDALE, Ariz. — Noah Schultz made the journey from the bullpen to the mound for the top of the fifth inning Wednesday against the San Diego Padres.—
LaMond Pope,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Feb. 2025
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This article discusses the mechanics, benefits, and limitations of tax-loss harvesting.—
True Tamplin,
Forbes,
26 Feb. 2025
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In a 2022 essay for Proceedings, the professional journal of the U.S. Navy, analyst Mark Schneider concluded Russian missiles are often a tenth as accurate as their makers claim.—
David Axe,
Forbes,
26 Feb. 2025
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Selection criteria include academic performance, school or community involvement, a letter of recommendation and an essay submission.—
Ut Community Press,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 Feb. 2025
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According to the house, each motif on the dress took 3.5 hours to embroider.—
Colson Thayer,
People.com,
24 Feb. 2025
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Much of her inspiration comes from French impressionist paintings and her motifs, materials and techniques combine western and eastern influences.—
Anthony DeMarco,
Forbes,
23 Feb. 2025
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But that estimate, the paper noted, did not include the myriad adjustments that tariffs would trigger: Consumers may substitute goods or cut demand; businesses may eat the cost or pass it on; other countries may retaliate; and global exchange and interest rates will adjust.—
Howard Schneider,
USA TODAY,
21 Feb. 2025
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Contrast this with municipal solid waste, which pre-sorted will contain everything from paper to metal to used batteries to discarded cleaning supplies, etc etc etc.—
Rob Day,
Forbes,
20 Feb. 2025
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As danger relentlessly pounds on the doors, Sloane begins to see the world through the eyes of people who actually want to live and takes matters into her own hands.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
25 Feb. 2025
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Giannetti is said to have taken the matter seriously and relayed Lively’s concerns to Wayfarer.—
Pamela McClintock,
The Hollywood Reporter,
25 Feb. 2025
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Reuters This story has been updated with additional information.—
Cybele Mayes-Osterman,
USA TODAY,
23 Feb. 2025
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Leaders must ask what actions and strategies will tell a better story about their company’s future growth prospects.—
Dev Patnaik,
Forbes,
23 Feb. 2025
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The question on sexuality is sensitive and about 7% of people typically decline to answer it.—
Elizabeth Weise,
USA TODAY,
21 Feb. 2025
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So every team needs to encourage its catchers to do lots of challenging — and ask lots of questions.—
Jayson Stark,
The Athletic,
20 Feb. 2025
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“Theme.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/theme. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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