as in theme
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 topic
One official said that this would be a topic for discussion when Zelensky and Trump meet.
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Ross Rosenfeld, Newsweek, 26 Feb. 2025
The tush-push play the Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles mastered has been a hot topic this week because the Green Bay Packers proposed banning it.
—Rob Maaddi, Chicago Tribune, 26 Feb. 2025
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
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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Ross Rosenfeld, Newsweek, 26 Feb. 2025
The tush-push play the Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles mastered has been a hot topic this week because the Green Bay Packers proposed banning it.
—Rob Maaddi, Chicago Tribune, 26 Feb. 2025
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
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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Recent Examples of Synonyms for topic
Noun
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While both puzzles are word-based, Connections challenges users to find common themes in a set of words.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
18 Feb. 2025
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Or by the most common refugee theme involving those who left their homes due to war and the national crises.—
Nick Vivarelli,
Variety,
17 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Bilirakis’ notice suggests next Tuesday’s event will be a topical, rather than legislative, hearing, meaning that it is intended to gather input on a matter as opposed to advance a specific bill for markup.—
Daniel Libit,
Sportico.com,
25 Feb. 2025
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But neither his diagnosis nor his treatment by the psychiatrist were disclosed to Glossip's defense team, which Drummond said indicated prosecutors elicited false testimony on the matter.—
Melissa Quinn,
CBS News,
25 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The documents are unlikely to satisfy online sleuths eager for fresh details about Epstein’s crimes and his connections to famous people, which have long been the subject of intense media scrutiny.—
Alanna Durkin Richer and Michael R. Sisak,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Feb. 2025
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Opportunities For Growth On the subject of international trade, 40% of our survey respondents said that expanding into new markets in 2025 represented a big opportunity for growth.—
Greg Hewitt,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
Noun
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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
Noun
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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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“Topic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/topic. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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