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as in theme
a major object of interest or concern (as in a discussion or artistic composition)
the motif of mute figures standing in lonely isolation is a recurrent one in the artist's works
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Recent Examples of motif
Lean into classic Halloween motifs with your kid’s costume, such as a black cat or a witch.
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Ella Cerón, Parents, 16 Sep. 2025
But at the same time, there’s an undercurrent of nostalgia for the English countryside, with its tweeds, plaids, and horse-bit motifs.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 15 Sep. 2025
The return of a lace motif informed following looks that moved fluidly between turn-of-the-century forms, 1930s and 40s lingerie accents, and eventually 1970s going out maxi-dresses.
—Skylar Mitchell, Essence, 15 Sep. 2025
Bürstner gives the Signature a unique combination of bright, vibrant exterior and understated interior motifs, and buyers can dial in their exact look via the lengthy options sheet.
—New Atlas, 15 Sep. 2025
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Ella Cerón, Parents, 16 Sep. 2025
But at the same time, there’s an undercurrent of nostalgia for the English countryside, with its tweeds, plaids, and horse-bit motifs.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 15 Sep. 2025
The return of a lace motif informed following looks that moved fluidly between turn-of-the-century forms, 1930s and 40s lingerie accents, and eventually 1970s going out maxi-dresses.
—Skylar Mitchell, Essence, 15 Sep. 2025
Bürstner gives the Signature a unique combination of bright, vibrant exterior and understated interior motifs, and buyers can dial in their exact look via the lengthy options sheet.
—New Atlas, 15 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for motif
Noun
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The atmospheric psychological drama explores themes of surveillance, grief and identity.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
19 Sep. 2025
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Continuing the hotel’s forest theme of the Great Hall lobby, the new concierge lounge will be inspired by giant sequoias.—
Jessica Peralta,
Oc Register,
19 Sep. 2025
Noun
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College Is No Longer The Only Path In 2025, college remains valuable for students who choose high-ROI majors, limit debt exposure, and treat school as a launchpad rather than a holding pattern.—
Sarah Hernholm,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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Historical patterns often show the president's party losing ground in midterms under similar conditions.—
Anna Commander,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Support journalism that digs deeper into topics that matter most to Arkansans.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
17 Sep. 2025
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This is yet another example of the administration’s efforts to roll back data collection and dissemination on a wide range of topics.—
Michael Posner,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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Thanks to cross-generational compatibility and modular design, many components—such as controllers and DFMs—can be refurbished and redeployed within the Pure Storage product ecosystem.—
Thomas Coughlin,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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The sneakers feature Altra’s signature FootShape design, which splays at the front to give your toes ample space for natural movement.—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
14 Sep. 2025
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Griffin released his first opinion on the matter Wednesday stating Rawn's statement reflected sanctuary policy.—
NWA Democrat-Gazette,
Arkansas Online,
19 Sep. 2025
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Regaining the base became a topic of bilateral discussion around that time, according to a report from CNN citing sources familiar with the matter.—
Timothy Nerozzi,
The Washington Examiner,
19 Sep. 2025
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The question isn’t only for the Emmys.—
Vibhas Ratanjee,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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At the plaza, Seth Teasdale was nearby as Kirk flung some caps into the crowd, then settled into his seat under the canopy to take questions.—
Rick Jervis,
USA Today,
14 Sep. 2025
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“Motif.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/motif. Accessed 20 Sep. 2025.
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