as in type
a number of persons or things that are grouped together because they have something in common
the novel's hero is of a different genre than the traditional kind
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Recent Examples of genre
The company has a slate of projects across genres in development, and the Tenerife base will initially focus on 2D animation.
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Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 13 Feb. 2026
Holding it down for the genre’s new school, Brent Faiyaz also shared his new Icon LP, executive produced by the great Raphael Saadiq.
—Kyle Denis, Billboard, 13 Feb. 2026
Whether the genre will continue to surge in popularity is unclear.
—Lauren Wilson, NBC news, 13 Feb. 2026
The acquisition would bring to Wasserman a slew of new music clients, including arena- and stadium-fillers Coldplay, Ed Sheeran, Kendrick Lamar, Phish, and Dave Matthews, along with hundreds of smaller acts across all genres, and especially in indie rock.
—Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 13 Feb. 2026
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Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 13 Feb. 2026
Holding it down for the genre’s new school, Brent Faiyaz also shared his new Icon LP, executive produced by the great Raphael Saadiq.
—Kyle Denis, Billboard, 13 Feb. 2026
Whether the genre will continue to surge in popularity is unclear.
—Lauren Wilson, NBC news, 13 Feb. 2026
The acquisition would bring to Wasserman a slew of new music clients, including arena- and stadium-fillers Coldplay, Ed Sheeran, Kendrick Lamar, Phish, and Dave Matthews, along with hundreds of smaller acts across all genres, and especially in indie rock.
—Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 13 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for genre
Noun
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The arbitrator was moved by his story but ruled against him anyway, denying him his last chance for a win of any kind at this year’s Olympics.—
Tim Reynolds,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Feb. 2026
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Returning on her sixth studio album, To Whom It May Concern, the Philadelphia native brings in immeasurable wisdom, blossoming into the effortless positivity and authenticity of past albums—the kind that has assisted multiple generations on their respective healing journeys.—
Nina Corcoran,
Pitchfork,
13 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Hong Chau is a great choice for the adult Nelly, a quietly resentful sort who causes more friction in Cathy and Heathcliff's tempestuous situation.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
10 Feb. 2026
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Both said they have not been involved in any planning of that sort.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
10 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The red and gold stripes over the blue horizon mimics a beautiful desert sunset, with the star in the middle symbolizing copper.—
Becky Bartkowski,
AZCentral.com,
14 Feb. 2026
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These Riviera stripes are a distinctly coastal window treatment, but are versatile enough to work in a landlocked environment.—
Kate McGregor,
Architectural Digest,
13 Feb. 2026
Noun
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What’s more, embroidered bedding is versatile for a variety of bedroom styles.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
13 Feb. 2026
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Short grain Arborio rice (the same variety used for risotto) is the ideal rice for this pudding because the grains are short and starchy; as the rice cooks, the starch transforms the milk and water into a thick, rich sauce.—
Robin Miller,
AZCentral.com,
13 Feb. 2026
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“Genre.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/genre. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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