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
Make modernization a governance topic, not just a tech project.
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Gowtham Chilakapati, Forbes.com, 13 June 2025
Schumer’’s book tour, already on a topic that divides Democrats (it’s titled Antisemitism in America: A Warning), was sharply curtailed for fear of left-wing protests.
—W. James Antle Iii, The Washington Examiner, 13 June 2025
The reality star, 38, welcomed Harry Jowsey to her live podcast show in Chicago in the June 11 episode of Honestly Cavallari: The Headline Tour, where no topic was off limits.
—Liza Esquibias, People.com, 12 June 2025
Angela is also opening up about sensitive topics — like being millions of dollars in debt over these houses??
—Ile-Ife Okantah, Vulture, 2 June 2025
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Gowtham Chilakapati, Forbes.com, 13 June 2025
Schumer’’s book tour, already on a topic that divides Democrats (it’s titled Antisemitism in America: A Warning), was sharply curtailed for fear of left-wing protests.
—W. James Antle Iii, The Washington Examiner, 13 June 2025
The reality star, 38, welcomed Harry Jowsey to her live podcast show in Chicago in the June 11 episode of Honestly Cavallari: The Headline Tour, where no topic was off limits.
—Liza Esquibias, People.com, 12 June 2025
Angela is also opening up about sensitive topics — like being millions of dollars in debt over these houses??
—Ile-Ife Okantah, Vulture, 2 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for topic
Noun
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But The Slip is also exploring larger themes about the confounding nature of race in America and the human urge to slide into another identity.—
Book Marks
June 5,
Literary Hub,
5 June 2025
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The collections are often narrative-driven, reflecting personal experiences and contextual themes that connect ornament with identity and critique.—
Thomas Waller,
Footwear News,
5 June 2025
Noun
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Several lawmakers are playing peacemaker between the chambers; Senate Majority Leader John Thune and Finance Chair Mike Crapo were expected to address the matter with Trump directly at a White House meeting on Thursday.—
Burgess Everett,
semafor.com,
13 June 2025
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She quickly gets embroiled in a nasty war of blackmail and stalking, and with the help of an unscrupulous life coach, matters escalate way too far.—
K. Thor Jensen,
PC Magazine,
13 June 2025
Noun
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Boelter was the subject of a days-long man-hunt involving hundreds of local, state and federal law enforcement after the shocking deaths of Democratic state Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband.—
Meg Anderson,
NPR,
16 June 2025
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Ford’s rise and fall is the subject of a new documentary in Netflix’s Trainwreck series.—
Olivia B. Waxman,
Time,
16 June 2025
Noun
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The question of the teams’ rivalry status is not confirmed, but recent events point to the answer being a yes.—
Kalen Lumpkins,
Chicago Tribune,
8 June 2025
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Judge Subramanian denied the defense's first motion, ruling that the questions were not prejudicial.—
Toria Sheffield,
People.com,
8 June 2025
Noun
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Mission accomplished: The Nature Sauvage high-jewelry collection reveals a progression of the French brand’s iconic motifs and designs in colorful, playful styles.—
Jill Newman,
Robb Report,
12 June 2025
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In the collaboration, J.J. Martin’s brand has developed the limited-edition Coupe Rose capsule collection, featuring its bestselling Better Than Your Boyfriend’s shirt with a red floral motif, matching shorts and silk scarf.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
11 June 2025
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“Topic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/topic. Accessed 20 Jun. 2025.
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