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as in structure
the arrangement of parts that gives something its basic form
the basic configuration of the building is that of a geodesic dome
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as in layout
the way in which something is sized, arranged, or organized
a small business computer system in its simplest configuration
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as in design
the way in which the elements of something (as a work of art) are arranged
his photographs have an intentionally loose configuration, with no single object intended as the primary center of interest
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as in shape
the outward appearance of something as distinguished from its substance
a birthday cake in the configuration of a top hat
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Recent Examples of configuration
The set comes in multiple configurations to suit your hosting or at-home dining needs—it’s offered in a five-piece set, 20-piece (which includes five full dining sets), 45-piece set (four five-piece sets), and a 45-piece (eight five-piece sets and a one five-piece serving set).
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Angela Tafoya, Vogue, 3 Apr. 2025
Photo : The Finale Masterplan Development A different configuration includes wine storage and a spiral staircase.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 31 Mar. 2025
The facility offers a variety of track configurations, of which IndyCar utilized the Twin Palm circuit, with its component South Palm and North Palm circuits split by the pit lane, IndyCar garages, the Motorsports Village and more.
—Jan Wagner, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Mar. 2025
The point-foot setup is ideal for precise legged control and agile movements, while the sole configuration mimics humanoid walking for a smoother, more natural gait.
—Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, FOXNews.com, 28 Mar. 2025
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Angela Tafoya, Vogue, 3 Apr. 2025
Photo : The Finale Masterplan Development A different configuration includes wine storage and a spiral staircase.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 31 Mar. 2025
The facility offers a variety of track configurations, of which IndyCar utilized the Twin Palm circuit, with its component South Palm and North Palm circuits split by the pit lane, IndyCar garages, the Motorsports Village and more.
—Jan Wagner, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Mar. 2025
The point-foot setup is ideal for precise legged control and agile movements, while the sole configuration mimics humanoid walking for a smoother, more natural gait.
—Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, FOXNews.com, 28 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for configuration
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So your suggestions were about altering the structure of the show?—
Adam B. Vary,
Variety,
11 Apr. 2025
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Wander down a spiral staircase and through to the imposing central courtyard of the building, and an unusual structure sat pride of place: an installation of the legendary French designer Charlotte Perriand’s La Maison au Bord de l’Eau.—
Liam Hess,
Vogue,
10 Apr. 2025
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The layout is open and airy with plenty of windows and doors leading to a single interior room, like a studio apartment.—
Toni Sutton,
People.com,
11 Mar. 2025
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According to Mistral's materials, their system aims to extract text and images from documents with complex layouts by using its language model capabilities to process document elements.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
11 Mar. 2025
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Conspicuously anglo human characters resemble the generic design often seen in low-rent CG fare produced overseas: large heads with pristine skin and pronounced facial features.—
Carlos Aguilar,
Variety,
11 Apr. 2025
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This Gucci everyday bag was introduced in 2020, but it’s based on an archival design from 1955.—
Jake Henry Smith,
Glamour,
10 Apr. 2025
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For now, the economy remains in solid shape by several key measures.—
Max Zahn,
ABC News,
11 Apr. 2025
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Its rectangular shape evokes a vintage cigarette pouch, and every detail harks back to the fashion house’s extensive, industry-defining legacy.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
10 Apr. 2025
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The summit is one of the first steps in figuring out how to create a regulatory framework for cryptocurrency, says Campbell Harvey, a professor of finance at Duke University.—
Deepa Shivaram,
NPR,
7 Mar. 2025
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In order to begin crafting the actual reconciliation legislation, both chambers need to agree on a budget resolution framework.—
Zach Halaschak,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
7 Mar. 2025
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Study challenges flawed hypothesis The study challenges the leading hypothesis that the formation of molecular oxygen (O₂) within the cathode material was responsible for the voltage fade and capacity drop observed in these batteries.—
Aman Tripathi,
Interesting Engineering,
14 Mar. 2025
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Climate change is anticipated to decrease the amount of wind shear available to severe thunderstorms, which could deprive them of a key ingredient for tornado formation.—
Andrew Freedman,
Axios,
14 Mar. 2025
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With support for 8K and even 10K video (which essentially doesn't exist for consumers) and all major hi-res audio formats, HDMI 2.1b has your home theater covered for the foreseeable future.—
Ryan Waniata,
Wired News,
10 Apr. 2025
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The teams will play in a round-robin format, with each team playing the remaining four teams in the pool.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
9 Apr. 2025
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Stage 4 is the most advanced form of melanoma, according to the American Cancer Society.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
10 Apr. 2025
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Read More: How Black Civil War Patriots Should Be Remembered This Veterans Day The myth about Appomattox thus became a key element of Lost Cause orthodoxy, a form of propaganda that glorified slavery and the Confederacy and demonized Reconstruction.—
Made by History,
Time,
9 Apr. 2025
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“Configuration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/configuration. Accessed 17 Apr. 2025.
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