as in core
the central part or aspect of something under consideration
resolution of the original dispute became the centerpiece of the negotiations
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Recent Examples of centerpiece
The centerpiece of the 13-acre-plus parkland is a curved bridge overlooking a savanna, allowing elephants to walk under guests.
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Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 4 Feb. 2026
The centerpiece of the plan is a one-time rebate of $200 per person earning up to $200,000 annually and $400 for couples earning up to $400,000 annually.
—Christopher Keating, Hartford Courant, 4 Feb. 2026
In this case, some minimalist, delicate chains with small centerpieces help fill the space created by the neckline without detracting from the main event.
—Abby Morgan Lebet, Glamour, 3 Feb. 2026
Wellness, sustainability, and cultural connection will be the centerpieces of the resort, with design elements drawing on Mayan tradition and incorporating locally sourced and reclaimed materials.
—Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 3 Feb. 2026
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Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 4 Feb. 2026
The centerpiece of the plan is a one-time rebate of $200 per person earning up to $200,000 annually and $400 for couples earning up to $400,000 annually.
—Christopher Keating, Hartford Courant, 4 Feb. 2026
In this case, some minimalist, delicate chains with small centerpieces help fill the space created by the neckline without detracting from the main event.
—Abby Morgan Lebet, Glamour, 3 Feb. 2026
Wellness, sustainability, and cultural connection will be the centerpieces of the resort, with design elements drawing on Mayan tradition and incorporating locally sourced and reclaimed materials.
—Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 3 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for centerpiece
Noun
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Perhaps, on extremely long timescales, those heavier elements will sink to the center of the core, producing an inert center that slows the rate of fusion even further.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
6 Feb. 2026
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Sina Azodi, the director of the Middle East Studies Program at George Washington University, told Fox News Digital that Khamenei’s authority stems from direct control over Iran’s core power centers.—
Efrat Lachter,
FOXNews.com,
6 Feb. 2026
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And the essence of democracy — public debate over public policy — would be hollowed out entirely.—
Bradley Gitz,
Arkansas Online,
9 Feb. 2026
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As the nation enters its next 250 years, working toward reestablishing the concept as a reality for millions of people who have fallen behind may be vital to maintaining the essence of the American promise.—
Mark Robert Rank,
Fortune,
8 Feb. 2026
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Surgery, cancer, heart and lung diseases, age (over 40 years old) and family history are among risk factors for developing a pulmonary embolism, per Medline Plus.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
10 Feb. 2026
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In January, lawyer Robert Pang said Lai suffered health issues including heart palpitations, high blood pressure and diabetes.—
Kanis Leung,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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While neighboring vineyards resorted to grafting their vines onto pest-resistant American roots, DRC used various intensive strategies to keep its original European vines intact, at least until the 1940s.—
Pin Yen Tan 9 min ago,
CNN Money,
6 Feb. 2026
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In 2017, McRae went back to her YouTube roots and uploaded a video of herself singing an original ballad.—
Janelle Ash,
FOXNews.com,
6 Feb. 2026
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Among fortified cereals, ready-to-eat whole-grain kernel options tend to contain the most iron.—
Brandi Jones,
Health,
9 Feb. 2026
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There’s still a kernel of disbelief that this is his job.—
Sam Farmer,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Feb. 2026
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Damian Lillard became only the third player to win the three-point contest three times, scoring 29 points at Intuit Dome.—
Steve Galluzzo,
Los Angeles Times,
15 Feb. 2026
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The drinks themselves Berghain’s drink selection is certainly not the club’s main point of attraction.—
Jessica Chapel,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Feb. 2026
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“Centerpiece.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/centerpiece. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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