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as in topics
a major object of interest or concern (as in a discussion or artistic composition)
the subject of our discussion switched from who would be the next president to who was the greatest president in the nation's history
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2
as in citizens
a person who owes allegiance to a government and is protected by it
because of the tense situation in that country, British subjects were advised to return home as soon as possible
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as in reasons
something (as a belief) that serves as the basis for another thing
he has no subject to protest this time, but that's never stopped him before
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as in conquers
to bring under one's control by force of arms
Attila the Hun subjected most of Europe to his barbaric pillage
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Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for subjects
Noun
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Brendel Hightower writes about real estate and other topics for the Detroit Free Press.—
Brendel Hightower,
Detroit Free Press,
24 Dec. 2024 -
The coalition said there was a pattern of holding public hearings in which the topics seemed to have already been discussed and voted on in private.—
Barnini Chakraborty,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
23 Dec. 2024
Noun
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North Dakota is one of 18 states that allow citizens to propose and vote on amendments to the state constitution.—
Jacob Orledge,
ProPublica,
6 Jan. 2025
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The database aims to gather standardized information about dietary intake, especially in poorer countries that have traditionally lacked the means to accurately assess the health of their citizens.—
Andrew Jacobs,
New York Times,
6 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Both Hanukkah and Christmas center on the transformative power of light and hope, embodying themes of faith and perseverance during adversity thanks to God’s divine ever-present love and concern for humankind.—
Priscilla Whitehead,
Sun Sentinel,
24 Dec. 2024
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YouTube Kapadia's skill in drawing out these themes has been widely acclaimed.—
Diaa Hadid,
NPR,
24 Dec. 2024
Noun
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The act was first invoked by President James Madison during the War of 1812 against British nationals.—
Kinsey Crowley,
USA TODAY,
14 Mar. 2025
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All three are Venezuelan nationals, officials said.—
Lauren Liebhaber,
Miami Herald,
14 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Tate McRae dominates this frame, claiming four of the six debuts.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes,
10 Mar. 2025
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In the winter, skiing – both Nordic and Alpine – dominates.—
Moira McCarthy,
Boston Herald,
9 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Advances in technology mean the motifs are even more vivid and precise this time around, Vuitton said.—
Joelle Diderich,
WWD,
27 Feb. 2025
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The apparel collection of Dodgers and Cubs products will include Nike T-shirts, hoodies and jerseys featuring Murakami’s flower motifs.—
Kristie Rieken,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Feb. 2025
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“Subjects.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/subjects. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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