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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 genres
This weekend continued a trend of movies that court audiences of all ages and various genres, although horror has been a highlight leading into the fall season.
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Auzinea Bacon, CNN Money, 14 Sep. 2025
The one-man filmmaking empire has directed dozens of movies across many genres.
—Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 14 Sep. 2025
Few would be able to juggle genres and navigate shifts in tone as fluidly as Jensen does; on paper, none of it should work, but the film is consistently entertaining, weird and ultimately touching.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 13 Sep. 2025
This year, categories were expanded to include more sub-genres of pet photography including Action, Canine Portrait, Creative, Documentary, Equine Portrait, Feline Portrait, Open Portrait and Pets and People.
—Cecilia Rodriguez, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
Through a collection of contemporary works, the exhibition explores themes of identity, heritage and global interconnectedness through multiple genres, including paintings, photography, sculpture and text.
—Amy Carleton, Charlotte Observer, 11 Sep. 2025
Hoover is the author of over 20 novels in the romance, young adult and psychological thriller genres.
—Clare Mulroy, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2025
Helmed by friends Sarah Jackson, Emily Lilley, and Blaes Green, the store hosts 10 to 12 of them a month with genres ranging from graphic novels to cocktails.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 9 Sep. 2025
Hers was a risky act, a shift of not just genres but also loyalties.
—Anderson Tepper, The Atlantic, 8 Sep. 2025
Auzinea Bacon, CNN Money, 14 Sep. 2025
The one-man filmmaking empire has directed dozens of movies across many genres.
—Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 14 Sep. 2025
Few would be able to juggle genres and navigate shifts in tone as fluidly as Jensen does; on paper, none of it should work, but the film is consistently entertaining, weird and ultimately touching.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 13 Sep. 2025
This year, categories were expanded to include more sub-genres of pet photography including Action, Canine Portrait, Creative, Documentary, Equine Portrait, Feline Portrait, Open Portrait and Pets and People.
—Cecilia Rodriguez, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
Through a collection of contemporary works, the exhibition explores themes of identity, heritage and global interconnectedness through multiple genres, including paintings, photography, sculpture and text.
—Amy Carleton, Charlotte Observer, 11 Sep. 2025
Hoover is the author of over 20 novels in the romance, young adult and psychological thriller genres.
—Clare Mulroy, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2025
Helmed by friends Sarah Jackson, Emily Lilley, and Blaes Green, the store hosts 10 to 12 of them a month with genres ranging from graphic novels to cocktails.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 9 Sep. 2025
Hers was a risky act, a shift of not just genres but also loyalties.
—Anderson Tepper, The Atlantic, 8 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for genres
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Many ingredients, including most of the ají peppers and various types of corn, were imported directly from Peru, Vega said.—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacbee.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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The square neckline and flowy silhouette have the ability to flatter different body types, while the lightweight sweater knit delivers a cozy feel.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
14 Sep. 2025
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With a focus on helping organizations transform marketing and revenue data of all kinds into actionable insights, then into action, and ultimately into a source of conversions and revenue, this agentic platform is poised to change digital marketing.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
19 Sep. 2025
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Understanding Stainless Steel Scratches Stainless steel of all kinds—appliances and cookware—go through vigorous, daily use.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
19 Sep. 2025
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The dial is also crafted from titanium and features the signature Aqua Terra stripes.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
20 Sep. 2025
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The zip-up sweatshirt and pants feature sporty white stripes that stand out against the black base.—
Melony Forcier,
Travel + Leisure,
20 Sep. 2025
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Ralph’s Club, the fragrance from Ralph Lauren, got its own physical iteration of sorts Saturday.—
James Manso,
Footwear News,
14 Sep. 2025
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The top three countries on the list suggest that hospital systems of all sorts have the capacity to implement new technologies that improve patient outcomes.—
Katherine Fung,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 Sep. 2025
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There are many different varieties of ramen across Japan, and Sanno ramen is characterized by its blend of soy sauce, pork, and chicken.—
Kim Kay,
Travel + Leisure,
14 Sep. 2025
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The classic lomo saltado dish comes in two varieties at Paititi.—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacbee.com,
14 Sep. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Genres.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/genres. Accessed 21 Sep. 2025.
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