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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 centerpieces
They were carved with patriotic love by a Texas sculptor who studied in Paris under a French modern master and envisioned as the polished centerpieces of a $10 million park, but now sit in a Virginia field as an offbeat, reservations-only, roadside tourist draw.
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Danielle Paquette The Washington Post, Arkansas Online, 17 Feb. 2026
The film’s centerpieces are the face-offs between Plemons’ Teddy and Stone’s CEO.
—Anne Thompson, IndieWire, 11 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
Groups of stakeholders including terminal operators, cruise lines and union representatives sat at large round tables with green table cloths and floral centerpieces.
—Los Angeles Times, 22 Jan. 2026
Eads ended up as one the centerpieces of one the biggest point shaving scandals in NCAA basketball history at Tulane.
—Darren Cooper, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
The centerpieces of the agreement are tariff concessions.
—Bloomberg News, Boston Herald, 17 Jan. 2026
Clients began asking for centerpieces and custom floral work that matched the scale of weddings, galas and community celebrations.
—Kansas City Star, 11 Jan. 2026
Danielle Paquette The Washington Post, Arkansas Online, 17 Feb. 2026
The film’s centerpieces are the face-offs between Plemons’ Teddy and Stone’s CEO.
—Anne Thompson, IndieWire, 11 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
Groups of stakeholders including terminal operators, cruise lines and union representatives sat at large round tables with green table cloths and floral centerpieces.
—Los Angeles Times, 22 Jan. 2026
Eads ended up as one the centerpieces of one the biggest point shaving scandals in NCAA basketball history at Tulane.
—Darren Cooper, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
The centerpieces of the agreement are tariff concessions.
—Bloomberg News, Boston Herald, 17 Jan. 2026
Clients began asking for centerpieces and custom floral work that matched the scale of weddings, galas and community celebrations.
—Kansas City Star, 11 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for centerpieces
Noun
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The rink disparity’s roots go back to well before the countries’ current allocation of resources.—
Peter Baugh,
New York Times,
19 Feb. 2026
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The swearing-in ceremony drew an array of Texas Democrats and highlighted his labor organizer roots.—
Philip Jankowski,
Dallas Morning News,
19 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Today, our broken hearts have been lifted at the news that no one is above the law, not even royalty.—
Janelle Ash , Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa,
FOXNews.com,
23 Feb. 2026
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Nine hearts were on display for the nine victims, six of whom were clients on the three-day skiing trip, and the other three were their guides.—
Kayla Moeller,
CBS News,
23 Feb. 2026
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The spa uses oils and essences from the hotel's medicinal garden, while the treatment rooms are set within the former convent's nuns' cells.—
Jenn Rice,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Feb. 2026
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Skin care leads the conversation, alongside a growing focus on niche fragrances, refined essences and wellness treatments.—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
22 Dec. 2025
Noun
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This could answer the question of why stars aren't as densely packed into the cores of galaxy clusters as astronomers expect.—
Robert Lea,
Space.com,
20 Feb. 2026
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The stars eventually go supernova, and their respective cores collapse to form black holes containing as much as 100 times the mass of the sun.—
Phil Plait,
Scientific American,
13 Feb. 2026
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Blitz the kernels with herbs, garlic, and vinegar for a lush, creamy sauce without dairy.—
Chadwick Boyd,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 Feb. 2026
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Three sisters started Le Prunier by upcycling plum kernels from their family’s century-old organic farm in Northern California.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
24 Feb. 2026
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This is the form often used in chili and Mexican dishes or in a dry rub for meats.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
22 Feb. 2026
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Still, samples online suggest future visitors can expect seafood, meats, and vegetables sourced as locally as possible—with plans for on-site gardens to supply the latter in the works.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Centerpieces.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/centerpieces. Accessed 27 Feb. 2026.
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