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as in topic
a major object of interest or concern (as in a discussion or artistic composition)
although I appreciate the poem's lyrical qualities, I don't understand its content
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as in coverage
the amount of something (as subject matter) included
judging from the table of contents, I'd have to say that this book covers most of the major topics in American history
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as in meaning
the idea that is conveyed or intended to be conveyed to the mind by language, symbol, or action
the speech was filled with fine words but devoid of any real content
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as in enjoyment
the feeling experienced when one's wishes are met
slept to her heart's content on weekends
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as in satisfied
feeling that one's needs or desires have been met
are you content with your present salary?
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as in to please
to give satisfaction to
a person easily contented by life's simple pleasures
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Recent Examples of content
Dana Suskind, Chicago Tribune, 30 Apr. 2026
The annual event, which takes place Saturday, May 30, at Las Vegas’ Caesars Palace as part of the three-day CrimeCon convention, recognizes true crime content in TV, film, podcasts and publishing.
—Michael Schneider, Variety, 30 Apr. 2026
Mia Galuppo, HollywoodReporter, 23 Apr. 2026
Some might take umbrage over that absence, others might be content in just wanting to relive the music that moved them so back when.
—Randy Myers, Mercury News, 23 Apr. 2026
ABC News, 9 Apr. 2026
Clear performance visibility can lead to better content and marketing decision-making.
—William Jones, Miami Herald, 3 Apr. 2026
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Noun
The video titles, descriptions and opening sequences often give the illusion that the content is educational and beneficial for toddlers and preschoolers.
—Dana Suskind, Chicago Tribune, 30 Apr. 2026
The annual event, which takes place Saturday, May 30, at Las Vegas’ Caesars Palace as part of the three-day CrimeCon convention, recognizes true crime content in TV, film, podcasts and publishing.
—Michael Schneider, Variety, 30 Apr. 2026
Adjective
Overall, Rick is content, if not fully satisfied with his life’s trajectory.
—Mia Galuppo, HollywoodReporter, 23 Apr. 2026
Some might take umbrage over that absence, others might be content in just wanting to relive the music that moved them so back when.
—Randy Myers, Mercury News, 23 Apr. 2026
Verb
The group was traveling to Indio on Wednesday to have a full day devoted to content creation before the musical sets kicked off.
—ABC News, 9 Apr. 2026
Clear performance visibility can lead to better content and marketing decision-making.
—William Jones, Miami Herald, 3 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for content
Adjective
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Denver may not be satisfied making just one selection between the second and third rounds tonight.—
Parker Gabriel,
Denver Post,
24 Apr. 2026
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Both sides appeared satisfied after the vote.—
Larry Seward,
CBS News,
23 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Kenny, however, doesn’t seem too desperate to please on that front.—
Hattie Lindert,
Pitchfork,
29 Apr. 2026
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That song’s twangful snarl — wonderfully sung by Clark, a star recording artist in her own right — is a reminder that these insurgents are also preservationists, capable of delivering old-fashioned pleasures to please the purists.—
New York Times,
New York Times,
28 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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That music was one of the only ways to communicate with his mom and formed the soundtrack to the mother and son’s happiest moments.—
Chris Jones,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Apr. 2026
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For me, a happy ending would be Rue finally being free of all of her past mistakes that have led to her current situation.—
Zoë Haylock,
Vulture,
27 Apr. 2026
Verb
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After decades of delighting fans with her brilliant performances in comedies like Private Benjamin, Overboard and The First Wives Club, Hawn is turning to a different medium to spread the power of positivity.—
Eric Andersson,
PEOPLE,
28 Apr. 2026
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SciAm always educates and delights me, and inspires a sense of awe for our vast, beautiful universe.—
Adam Kovac,
Scientific American,
27 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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But not all Republicans were pleased.—
Lisa Mascaro,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Apr. 2026
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Not everyone, though, is pleased.—
Tribune News Service,
Baltimore Sun,
30 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Meanwhile, the global memory crisis has worsened, forcing tech giants to pay up for the capacity needed to satisfy their data center ambitions.—
Jordan Novet,Jonathan Vanian,
CNBC,
28 Apr. 2026
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The tense drama satisfies history lovers and weather nerds.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
Verb
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As the weather warms, melting snow from the mountains can lift local river levels even higher, with dangerous consequences.—
Hali Smith,
Idaho Statesman,
30 Apr. 2026
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Montana, Wyoming and the Dakotas hold in the mid-20s to low 30s on Night 1, warming slightly into the upper 20s and mid-30s by the following night.—
Brandi D. Addison,
USA Today,
30 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The Knicks’ most clear advantage was going to be inside, with Towns the most likely candidate to feast in several areas.—
James L. Edwards III,
New York Times,
26 Apr. 2026
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Shadows and strange sounds can set imaginations whirring—from the guttural roar of a hunting lion to the giggling calls of a feasting hyena pack.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
24 Apr. 2026
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“Content.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/content. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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