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as in concept
an idea or statement about all of the members of a group or all the instances of a situation
the false conception that wheelchair users are homebound and helpless
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as in idea
something imagined or pictured in the mind
our changing conceptions of what constitutes art
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Recent Examples of conception
This ‘fiat’ — let it be done — is essential to the sisters’ conception of their identity as an order.
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Lamorna Ash, The Dial, 6 May 2025
Each artist is selected on originality, artistic conception, beauty and quality of the work.
—Roger Catlin, Smithsonian Magazine, 24 Apr. 2025
Speaking of conception, the big thing that Tom added this week was counseling Kyle Cooke on how to give a sperm sample to check his fertility for when Amanda is ready to have children, which, judging by next week’s preview, isn’t anytime soon.
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 24 Apr. 2025
Better blood sugar control before conception is associated with healthier pregnancies and babies.
—Sherri Gordon, Parents, 18 Apr. 2025
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Lamorna Ash, The Dial, 6 May 2025
Each artist is selected on originality, artistic conception, beauty and quality of the work.
—Roger Catlin, Smithsonian Magazine, 24 Apr. 2025
Speaking of conception, the big thing that Tom added this week was counseling Kyle Cooke on how to give a sperm sample to check his fertility for when Amanda is ready to have children, which, judging by next week’s preview, isn’t anytime soon.
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 24 Apr. 2025
Better blood sugar control before conception is associated with healthier pregnancies and babies.
—Sherri Gordon, Parents, 18 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for conception
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Next door is O'Brien's sister concept, Big Sofie, which swirls soft serve in both classic and off-beat flavors, including dairy-free options.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
16 May 2025
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Founded by Frank Winfield Woolworth in New York in 1879, the retail chain sold staple items from pencils to baseballs at low prices, often just a nickel or a dime, a revolutionary concept that helped Woolworth’s expand to 5,500 five-and-dime stores nationwide at its peak.—
Katya Cengel,
Smithsonian Magazine,
16 May 2025
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Mark Gurman, in his Power On newsletter from April 27, had his own idea, and commented on the naming change.—
David Phelan,
Forbes.com,
11 May 2025
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It’s gone through many changes since, but the core idea of bringing a dozen great amateur bakers together under a big white tent to show off their skills in pastries, breads, cakes, and other baked goods remains reassuringly constant.—
Katie Rife,
EW.com,
11 May 2025
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Arguing that its mishmash of American Italian is perpetuating national stereotypes, certain members of the Italian government have requested a disqualification.—
Jon O'Brien,
Vulture,
13 May 2025
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However, as cannabis becomes more widely accepted, Asian entrepreneurs are challenging stereotypes and changing the narrative surrounding the industry.—
Matt Rozo,
Mercury News,
13 May 2025
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Want to stay up to date on IndieWire’s film reviews and critical thoughts?—
Christian Zilko,
IndieWire,
17 May 2025
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However, the 2025 study found that people with higher emotional intelligence struggled significantly less with these thoughts than others.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
17 May 2025
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After Damir donates his sperm for Sara’s solo parenting journey, the two best friends travel from Sweden to his family’s wedding in Croatia, where the strain on their secret arrangement challenges their friendship and forces them to reassess their own notions on family.—
Leo Barraclough,
Variety,
12 May 2025
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The notion that the island prison is truly escape-proof is a key part of President Donald Trump’s proposal to reopen it more than 60 years after the Bureau of Prisons closed it for being too expensive to operate.—
Andy Rose,
CNN Money,
11 May 2025
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This tiny percentage creates 9 billion impressions in the LinkedIn feed every week.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2025
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Although a few mega-hits such as China’s Nezha 2 and Thailand’s How To Make Millions Before Grandma Dies gives the impression that all is well – the truth is that box office recovery has been slow or uneven across most territories.—
Liz Shackleton,
Deadline,
14 May 2025
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My session stretched almost two hours, including a half-hour theory overview on the dunes.—
David Shortell,
Travel + Leisure,
12 May 2025
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One theory suggests Mars lost its water to space as solar wind stripped it from the atmosphere — a process supported by ratios of isotopes on the Red Planet, or distinct species of chemical elements, seen today.—
Victoria Corless,
Space.com,
12 May 2025
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“Conception.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conception. Accessed 23 May. 2025.
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