as in theme
a major object of interest or concern (as in a discussion or artistic composition)
the topic of his poem is the love that is shown in quiet actions rather than expressed in words
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Recent Examples of topic
Headway gives you access to more than 2,000 summaries across topics like business, personal growth, health, and productivity.
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PC Magazine, 17 Sep. 2025
Have a suggestion for a future topic?
—Zach Wichter, USA Today, 17 Sep. 2025
Many at the protest also wielded signs that relate to specific political topics Trump has waded into, including the Russia-Ukraine conflict and Israel’s war in Gaza.
—Catherine Nicholls, CNN Money, 17 Sep. 2025
Money Managing finances is one of the top reasons couples fight, and one of the most important topics to discuss.
—Dr. Cortney Warren, CNBC, 17 Sep. 2025
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PC Magazine, 17 Sep. 2025
Have a suggestion for a future topic?
—Zach Wichter, USA Today, 17 Sep. 2025
Many at the protest also wielded signs that relate to specific political topics Trump has waded into, including the Russia-Ukraine conflict and Israel’s war in Gaza.
—Catherine Nicholls, CNN Money, 17 Sep. 2025
Money Managing finances is one of the top reasons couples fight, and one of the most important topics to discuss.
—Dr. Cortney Warren, CNBC, 17 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for topic
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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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
Noun
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Syed, the subject of the debut season of the Serial podcast, has long maintained his innocence.—
Erin Jensen,
USA Today,
19 Sep. 2025
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The subject of Ukraine may also come up during the talks tomorrow, with Starmer keen to put more pressure on Russia to bring an end to the war.—
Amanda Castro
Hannah Parry
Shane Croucher
Jack Royston,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Sep. 2025
Noun
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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
Noun
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The motifs are also seen on a travel wardrobe, which includes silk pajamas, T-shirts, hoodies, comfort blankets, sandals, tennis shoes and a diverse range of accessories.—
Renan Botelho,
Footwear News,
19 Sep. 2025
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There’s also a unique Star Cluster motif that is painted onto the passenger side of the dashboard and embroidered into the headrests and door panels.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
18 Sep. 2025
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“Topic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/topic. Accessed 21 Sep. 2025.
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