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as in topics
a major object of interest or concern (as in a discussion or artistic composition)
this dance piece deals with the timeless themes of birth and death
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as in articles
a short piece of writing done as a school exercise
please write a one page theme on the main character of this book
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as in essays
a short piece of writing typically expressing a point of view
the magazine will award a scholarship to the student who writes the best theme on the concept of personal freedom
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Recent Examples of themes
Director Steven Spielberg’s film is buoyed by a sense of wonder and remains a sharp contrast with many of the decade’s more cynical cinematic themes.
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David Faris, TheWeek, 29 Apr. 2026
Speed and trust were themes echoed by executives around the table.
—Diane Brady, Fortune, 28 Apr. 2026
But when a mysterious aircraft sinks into the ocean, Ally’s peaceful world is suddenly thrown into danger and is thrust into a journey real-life marine creatures as the film explores themes of friendship and courage.
—Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 28 Apr. 2026
One of the fair’s big themes will be showing brands and visitors that embracing sustainability can be cost-effective and — with a little planning — worth the effort.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 28 Apr. 2026
Athletic themes and local sports figures are brought into the museum space, creating an entry point that feels familiar while still highlighting art in thoughtful ways.
—Taylor Haught, Kansas City Star, 28 Apr. 2026
An immigrant story Kesten acknowledges that the exhibitions’ themes may ruffle feathers of the anti-DEI White House.
—Amanda Rosa
updated April 28, Miami Herald, 28 Apr. 2026
Through rare archival footage, candid interviews, and behind-the-scenes access, the film explores themes of identity, artistry, resilience, and reinvention.
—Alex Ritman, Variety, 27 Apr. 2026
As usual, Bey’s lyrics touch on heavy themes without pressing on them.
—Jayson Greene, Pitchfork, 22 Apr. 2026
David Faris, TheWeek, 29 Apr. 2026
Speed and trust were themes echoed by executives around the table.
—Diane Brady, Fortune, 28 Apr. 2026
But when a mysterious aircraft sinks into the ocean, Ally’s peaceful world is suddenly thrown into danger and is thrust into a journey real-life marine creatures as the film explores themes of friendship and courage.
—Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 28 Apr. 2026
One of the fair’s big themes will be showing brands and visitors that embracing sustainability can be cost-effective and — with a little planning — worth the effort.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 28 Apr. 2026
Athletic themes and local sports figures are brought into the museum space, creating an entry point that feels familiar while still highlighting art in thoughtful ways.
—Taylor Haught, Kansas City Star, 28 Apr. 2026
An immigrant story Kesten acknowledges that the exhibitions’ themes may ruffle feathers of the anti-DEI White House.
—Amanda Rosa
updated April 28, Miami Herald, 28 Apr. 2026
Through rare archival footage, candid interviews, and behind-the-scenes access, the film explores themes of identity, artistry, resilience, and reinvention.
—Alex Ritman, Variety, 27 Apr. 2026
As usual, Bey’s lyrics touch on heavy themes without pressing on them.
—Jayson Greene, Pitchfork, 22 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for themes
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Tensions have risen in recent months between the United States and the United Kingdom governments over a slew of topics, like the United States' joint war in Iran, the administration's tariffs and ongoing disagreements over theNATO military alliance.—
Kathryn Palmer,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
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But topics also veer off to the mundane.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Apr. 2026
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Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content.—
Rob Wile,
NBC news,
28 Apr. 2026
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News articles and photos of the casual picnic enamored Americans, transforming their view of the royals as rigid and aristocratic to more down-to-earth.—
Karissa Waddick,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
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Here at Bauman Rare Books, for instance, is a first edition Runaway Bunny ($32k) spitting distance from a copy of Milton Friedman’s essays ($6500).—
Brittany Allen,
Literary Hub,
1 May 2026
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Both have written First Opinion essays on Kennedy’s claims.—
Torie Bosch,
STAT,
29 Apr. 2026
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It was created for her royal tour of Australia in 1954 and reveals white and yellow wattle blossom motifs to honor her first visit to the country as queen.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
30 Apr. 2026
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Fruit motifs are a bright and cheerful way to add a little retro charm to a tablescape or bar cart.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 Apr. 2026
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Murphy sorted through a few papers and pulled out a white sheet featuring a grid with boxes highlighted green, yellow or red.—
Zack Meisel,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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The focal point of Monday's case is the Fourth Amendment's ban on unreasonable searches of people, their homes, papers, and effects, unless police obtain a warrant issued by a neutral magistrate, and aimed at obtaining specific evidence of a crime.—
Nina Totenberg,
NPR,
27 Apr. 2026
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Pistons fans are, understandably, in shambles, but one fan is taking matters into his own hands to punish himself for daring to be a Pistons supporter.—
Austin Perry OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
28 Apr. 2026
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Whether landlords and towers are following the law matters because towing in Connecticut has disproportionately occurred in low-income areas.—
Ginny Monk,
Hartford Courant,
28 Apr. 2026
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Some of the original board members are still involved with the museum, but hundreds more joined the effort, some volunteering, others donating surf boards and memorabilia, and many sharing their stories, including famous surfers from Eddie Aikau, Nat Young, Greg Noll and Donald Takayama.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Apr. 2026
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Partners have no control over or input into the reporting or editing process, and do not review stories before publication.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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Such events underscore the complicated security questions surrounding presidential protection in a country where citizens expect their leaders to move through public spaces, hold rallies, attend events and appear before crowds.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
27 Apr. 2026
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Before the injury, McAlister’s testing numbers didn’t blow scouts away, and there were already questions about his speed and athleticism.—
Steven Johnson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
27 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Themes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/themes. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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