1
as in argument
an idea or opinion that is put forth in a discussion or debate
put forth the thesis that the electronic media's coverage of politics trivializes the workings of our democracy
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as in hypothesis
an idea that is the starting point for making a case or conducting an investigation
it is not clear how the arguments you make actually support your thesis
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Recent Examples of thesis
The global bets are based on a thesis that, while many consumers are willing to fly to Florida or California for a theme park experience, opening closer options can expand the potential market to people who can’t afford or otherwise are unable to make the trip.
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Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 23 July 2025
So far, Duggal has proven that thesis correct and also refined her approach with a focus on health care, personal care and climate tech industries as well as vertical software.
—Aman Kidwai, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 July 2025
That political positions are often a cover for petty jealousy and one-upmanship is hardly news, but Aster inflates the idea into a governing thesis.
—Justin Chang, New Yorker, 18 July 2025
Even Vindman’s best example—the denuclearization of Ukraine after its independence in 1991—cuts against his thesis.
—Samuel Moyn, Harpers Magazine, 16 July 2025
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Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 23 July 2025
So far, Duggal has proven that thesis correct and also refined her approach with a focus on health care, personal care and climate tech industries as well as vertical software.
—Aman Kidwai, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 July 2025
That political positions are often a cover for petty jealousy and one-upmanship is hardly news, but Aster inflates the idea into a governing thesis.
—Justin Chang, New Yorker, 18 July 2025
Even Vindman’s best example—the denuclearization of Ukraine after its independence in 1991—cuts against his thesis.
—Samuel Moyn, Harpers Magazine, 16 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for thesis
Noun
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In his ruling Thursday, Sabraw said the government did not prevail on any of those arguments.—
Alex Riggins,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 July 2025
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Both sides will make their final arguments beginning at 1:30 p.m. Ridgewood and Jackson-Holbrook Little Leagues make up the other teams to advance to the state final.—
Ryan Morik,
FOXNews.com,
23 July 2025
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The findings back up a hypothesis that had been put forward by Beasley’s coauthor John Speth, an anthropologist at the University of Michigan, who has for nearly a decade argued that putrid meat and fish would have formed a key part of prehistoric diets.—
Katie Hunt,
CNN Money,
25 July 2025
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Their hypothesis is that a drop in vehicle bug splatter signals a decline in the insect population.—
Adeel Hassan,
New York Times,
23 July 2025
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The right-hander is among the biggest reasons the Padres find themselves in playoff contention.—
Dennis Lin,
New York Times,
26 July 2025
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Gary Knight disputed the contention the arrest was violent.—
Ben Brachfeld,
People.com,
25 July 2025
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But Margulis took her theory further; in her view, symbiosis was the driving force of evolution, and many entities were likely composites.—
Zoë Schlanger,
The Atlantic,
23 July 2025
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But they have long been stuck between theory and the promise of commercialization in the next five to 10 years.—
Yeo Boon Ping,
CNBC,
22 July 2025
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Phelan batted aside several assertions, saying the measure targets candidates and campaign operatives who would deceive voters with fake images that often look real.—
John C. Moritz,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
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There are four myths here, beginning with the assertion that the recession was caused by too much private sector greed and risk-taking and too little government supervision.—
John C. Goodman,
Forbes.com,
27 July 2025
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“Thesis.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thesis. Accessed 4 Aug. 2025.
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