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as in topics
a major object of interest or concern (as in a discussion or artistic composition)
although I appreciate the poem's lyrical qualities, I don't understand its content
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as in coverages
the amount of something (as subject matter) included
judging from the table of contents, I'd have to say that this book covers most of the major topics in American history
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as in meanings
the idea that is conveyed or intended to be conveyed to the mind by language, symbol, or action
the speech was filled with fine words but devoid of any real content
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as in delights
to give satisfaction to
a person easily contented by life's simple pleasures
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Recent Examples of contents
Bruce Shipkowski, Chicago Tribune, 10 Jan. 2026
Although at least the cake shows you its contents.
—Judith Martin, Mercury News, 9 Jan. 2026
The judge will also be determining if the contents of Mangione's backpack should be used as evidence in the trial.
—Christina Fan, CBS News, 9 Jan. 2026
Not to mention, the contents of King Tutankhamun’s tomb — adding up to more than 5,000 items, including many shoes — are on display at the Grand Egyptian Museum which opened in November in Giza, Egypt.
—Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 8 Jan. 2026
Jewelry and Accessories While your great aunt's style may not be yours, don’t rush to sell the contents of her jewelry boxes.
—Ashley Poskin, Martha Stewart, 8 Jan. 2026
In one particularly troubling instance, the assistant director of nursing was unable to identify the contents of a spray bottle that was being used to disinfect face shields of staffers who were caring for COVID-19 patients, according to official reports.
—Kevin G. Hall, Miami Herald, 7 Nov. 2025
The Martian atmosphere presents a major obstacle to safely and precisely landing on the surface, and also hinders any attempts to return contents (or people) back to Earth.
—Big Think, 6 Nov. 2025
Washing machines are designed with balance in mind so the drum spins correctly during the wash and rinse cycles, cleaning and partially drying the contents.
—Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Nov. 2025
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The comic book was stolen from Cage’s Los Angeles home in 2000 but was recovered in 2011 when it was found by a man who had purchased the contents of an old storage locker in southern California.
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The cooler chills contents down to -4 degrees Fahrenheit, so there is no need for ice!
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Bryant Jonesboro Basketball Support journalism that digs deeper into topics that matter most to Arkansans.—
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Here are Pereira’s thoughts on several topics, edited for clarity and brevity.—
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These platforms display prices and coverages side by side, allowing drivers to spot differences that may not be clear at first glance.—
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Does a 3-4 defense activate more defenders in the box and change their coverages?—
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Because to me, things like nullify and void have definite meanings.—
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This produces an incredibly dense representation of usages and meanings, in which analogy becomes a matter of geometry.—
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SciAm always educates and delights me, and inspires a sense of awe for our vast, beautiful universe.—
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Every year, the actor surprises and delights us with her choice of costume, paying homage to Pamela Anderson one year and channeling Queen Amidala the next.—
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Capable would-be leaders explain themselves, especially on matters affecting their constitutional qualifications.—
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Masoud Pezeshkian was elected president in 2024, promoting a more pragmatic foreign policy, but his powers are limited, and Khamenei calls the shots on all major matters of state.—
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Homegrown Indian brands, such as Bombay Perfumery and Forest Essentials, are in the scopes of beauty experts.—
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Radar scopes in the tower showed the targets tightening around his position.—
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One great way to combat this sympathetic nervous system arousal and improve your overall wellbeing is by practicing the 5-4-3-2-1 grounding exercise, said Snow, which helps center you in the present moment by focusing your attention on your five senses.—
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Unlike conventional controllers that sense only protein abundance, the Noise Controller creates a feedback loop that senses noise itself, specifically the second moment of protein levels.—
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Cue the rattling of sabers and gnashing of teeth — until a deal is done that pleases (and displeases) both parties.—
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What is the thing that drives them, pleases them, hurts them?—
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“Contents.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/contents. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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