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
This causes a rift between the two women — clashes of tradition versus modernity, evolving gender roles, and most centrally for the topic of this movie, forgiveness.
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David Canfield, HollywoodReporter, 17 May 2026
Consciousness as a topic first.
—Jason Snyder, Forbes.com, 17 May 2026
On the topic of coin — Cannes is not cheap, and that’s not only due to depleting supplies of jet fuel and the closed Strait of Hormuz.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 16 May 2026
That’s a separate podcast topic altogether.
—Torie Bosch, STAT, 16 May 2026
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David Canfield, HollywoodReporter, 17 May 2026
Consciousness as a topic first.
—Jason Snyder, Forbes.com, 17 May 2026
On the topic of coin — Cannes is not cheap, and that’s not only due to depleting supplies of jet fuel and the closed Strait of Hormuz.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 16 May 2026
That’s a separate podcast topic altogether.
—Torie Bosch, STAT, 16 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for topic
Noun
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Surawut explained that Thailand has not been producing many martial arts action films recently, although that is the genre the country is known for internationally, and decided to resurrect it for a younger audience with a video gaming theme.—
Liz Shackleton,
Deadline,
19 May 2026
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The seated section, meanwhile, was packed with polite Gen Xers and boomers, with men sporting collared shirts and varying stages of baldness otherwise being the closest thing to a common theme.—
Théoden Janes,
Charlotte Observer,
19 May 2026
Noun
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This misuse of party resources matters.—
Adam Davis,
New York Daily News,
14 May 2026
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The Sun forms a cazimi with Mercury in Taurus in your 9th House of Perspective, bringing a powerful insight around travel, education, publishing, legal matters, or a goal that stretches your worldview.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
14 May 2026
Noun
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Canadian health officials on Sunday confirmed that one of four Canadians who returned from the MV Hondius cruise ship, the subject of an international Andes hantavirus outbreak, tested positive for hantavirus.—
Michael Sinkewicz,
FOXNews.com,
18 May 2026
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Over the past three weeks, the collapse of the once-tight bond between two of the most prominent names in AI has been the subject of a high-profile trial in Oakland, California, after Musk sued Altman and OpenAI in 2024 for allegedly violating their commitment to keep OpenAI as a nonprofit.—
Ashley Capoot,Lora Kolodny,
CNBC,
18 May 2026
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The city promised to refund businesses that obtained special licenses and health permits to participate in the event, and referred questions about ticket refunds and vendor participation fees to Long Beach Pride.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
16 May 2026
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There’s also a lifestyle concierge to help book all sorts of experiences or answer any questions, from arranging a tour of Frida Kahlo's Casa Azul to coordinating a private driver to Teotihuacán.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 May 2026
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The suited ensemble emphasized militaristic utility, with a long-sleeve jacket embroidered with muted gold sinuous motifs.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
13 May 2026
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Their tiered form nods to the cloud terrace motif that appears repeatedly in New Mexico’s indigenous Pueblo art and architecture.—
Bill Addison,
Los Angeles Times,
12 May 2026
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“Topic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/topic. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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