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
The scandal involving Miller, Batula and Wilson has been a hot topic online in the past few months, stemming from the fact that Miller used to date Wilson, and was also dear friends with Batula.
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Mckinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 26 Apr. 2026
So don't go off topic, don't impersonate anyone, and don't get your facts wrong.
—Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 25 Apr. 2026
France struggled to remember several topics during a shaky first day of testimony and needed several questions repeated.
—ABC News, 25 Apr. 2026
Reese emerged as a topic of debate for other reasons.
—Jackson Thompson, FOXNews.com, 25 Apr. 2026
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Mckinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 26 Apr. 2026
So don't go off topic, don't impersonate anyone, and don't get your facts wrong.
—Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 25 Apr. 2026
France struggled to remember several topics during a shaky first day of testimony and needed several questions repeated.
—ABC News, 25 Apr. 2026
Reese emerged as a topic of debate for other reasons.
—Jackson Thompson, FOXNews.com, 25 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for topic
Noun
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There will be a view of the river from the commons and interior wall graphics will illustrate the theme of the design, which incorporates the concepts of earth, air, water and fire.—
Mike Danahey,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Apr. 2026
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Speed and trust were themes echoed by executives around the table.—
Diane Brady,
Fortune,
28 Apr. 2026
Noun
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As her anxiety rises, sticking to the essentials has become a matter of financial survival, Rosado said.—
Jessica Guynn,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
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Given the importance of preserving relations with the FCC, which has a say over a range of local station matters and must approve any mergers involving the transfer of broadcast licenses, LeGeyt has deliberately avoided a direct clash with his Washington counterpart.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
29 Apr. 2026
Noun
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With the third-year pro also coming off a subpar 2025 campaign, Wells’ offensive capabilities have been the subject of questioning in recent weeks and months.—
Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
26 Apr. 2026
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But then Johnson pivoted to corruption, a touchy subject in Mexico.—
Steve Fisher,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The agency did not directly address whether the transition could affect service continuity, instead directing questions about services to the county, which will take over many programs.—
Teresa Liu,
Daily News,
25 Apr. 2026
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The most prominent question is his slight 6-foot, 181-pound frame.—
Alec Lewis,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
Noun
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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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Dragons, representing sacred authority, were a motif also reserved just for the ruling classes.—
Lori Waxman,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2026
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“Topic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/topic. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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