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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
Accessibility Enchantment offers rooms with several different accessible configurations, and the resort is wheelchair accessible.
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Asonta Benetti, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Jan. 2026
Gold on gold is actually one of the original configurations from 1979.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 31 Jan. 2026
The performance and reliability issues in Windows 11 have been apparent over the past year, as the pressure of supporting thousands of different PC configurations mounts up.
—Tom Warren, The Verge, 29 Jan. 2026
In that kind of environment, tools like CSPM help keep track of configurations that would otherwise fade into the background.
—Sacbee.com, 28 Jan. 2026
Then stars shift into the most challenging configurations for 2026 for you.
—Tribune Content Agency, Baltimore Sun, 26 Jan. 2026
Additionally, plans call for all 15 models to be available in Sport, SUV, Pickup and Cargo configurations.
—New Atlas, 26 Jan. 2026
Starting with a solid sleep foundation, the brand’s Ara system reimagines traditional bedroom framework with more than 136 feasible configurations, in standard full, queen, and king sizes.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 26 Jan. 2026
Different arrangements of these hydrogen bonds can shape ice’s crystalline structure into various configurations, from a hexagonal prism to a cubic lattice to less familiar lattice systems such as rhombohedral and tetragonal.
—Meghan Bartels, Scientific American, 23 Jan. 2026
Asonta Benetti, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Jan. 2026
Gold on gold is actually one of the original configurations from 1979.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 31 Jan. 2026
The performance and reliability issues in Windows 11 have been apparent over the past year, as the pressure of supporting thousands of different PC configurations mounts up.
—Tom Warren, The Verge, 29 Jan. 2026
In that kind of environment, tools like CSPM help keep track of configurations that would otherwise fade into the background.
—Sacbee.com, 28 Jan. 2026
Then stars shift into the most challenging configurations for 2026 for you.
—Tribune Content Agency, Baltimore Sun, 26 Jan. 2026
Additionally, plans call for all 15 models to be available in Sport, SUV, Pickup and Cargo configurations.
—New Atlas, 26 Jan. 2026
Starting with a solid sleep foundation, the brand’s Ara system reimagines traditional bedroom framework with more than 136 feasible configurations, in standard full, queen, and king sizes.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 26 Jan. 2026
Different arrangements of these hydrogen bonds can shape ice’s crystalline structure into various configurations, from a hexagonal prism to a cubic lattice to less familiar lattice systems such as rhombohedral and tetragonal.
—Meghan Bartels, Scientific American, 23 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for configurations
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The industry’s shift toward GAA architectures could represent a meaningful upside driver for Lam Research.—
Sasirekha Subramanian,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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This approach addresses a common limitation of conventional robotic architectures, where perception, planning, and control are handled by separate components that can struggle to respond to unpredictable environments.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
27 Jan. 2026
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This includes upgrading existing facilities and incorporating advanced manufacturing techniques, production lines, tooling and plant layouts to meet urgent production demand.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
1 Feb. 2026
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Fisher says kids are also playing a role in shaping how homes are used, from flexible layouts to spaces that support multigenerational living.—
Terri Williams,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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Profitability has been pressured by investment in labor, technology and new store formats and Street analysts have noted that margin recovery in North America remains a key challenge even as revenue trends improve.—
Mark Faithfull,
Forbes.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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The Santee location will be one of the company’s larger store formats.—
Roxana Popescu,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 Jan. 2026
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Nuclear physicists are developing more advanced theoretical models to precisely predict the properties of unstable atomic nuclei with complicated structures, shapes and forces.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
2 Feb. 2026
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Sporting and technical director roles at clubs come in all shapes and sizes, but Costa’s is all-encompassing.—
Adam Leventhal,
New York Times,
1 Feb. 2026
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States are normalizing cannabis through rescheduling, legalization frameworks, and medical program expansion.—
Alonzo Martinez,
Forbes.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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State legislators designed their AI frameworks to constrain Big Tech’s power.—
James Richardson,
Fortune,
30 Jan. 2026
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Meanwhile, the Grand Canyon’s South Rim is open all year long to visitors who want to explore its iconic red rock formations.—
Sarah Henry,
AZCentral.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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Prepare to hike down a dirt trail and then a narrow, steep stairwell that gives way to epic rock formations and captivating sea caves.—
Alanna Bennett,
Condé Nast Traveler,
26 Jan. 2026
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Unlike traditional high-bypass turbofan engines, open-fan designs feature exposed fan blades, allowing for larger diameters with lower aerodynamic drag.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
2 Feb. 2026
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Steve’s numerous bestsellers and iconic book cover designs include Infinite Jest by David Foster Wallace, Vineland by Thomas Pynchon, Running With Scissors by Augustin Burroughs, and Barrel Fever by David Sedaris.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
2 Feb. 2026
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Emerging voices and such big names as Tilda Swinton, The Secret Agent director and Oscar contender Kleber Mendonça Filho, and John Lithgow will come together in the Dutch city for a celebration of film in a wide variety of genres and forms.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
26 Jan. 2026
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However, its main protection was the cabins’ rounded forms.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
26 Jan. 2026
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“Configurations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/configurations. Accessed 4 Feb. 2026.
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