Thesaurus results for LAYOUTS

layouts

noun

plural of layout

as in formations

the way in which something is sized, arranged, or organized the decorator changed the layout of the living room three times before declaring it finished

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the way in which the elements of something (as a work of art) are arranged the layout of his portraits typically consists of a finely drawn subject against a roughly sketched background

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Recent Examples of layouts Images from China over the years have shown a mockup of the presidential office, other government agencies and street layouts in Taipei built in the Chinese desert and troops attacking it in exercises. — Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 7 Aug. 2026 New lighting and wall labels, redesigned layouts, and the introduction of new services are all aimed at enhancing the visitor experience, while the Uffizi will protect its treasures through improved conservation and security schemes. — News Desk, Artforum, 7 Aug. 2026 Leviathan and Draak were specifically developed to operate seamlessly together within Newell’s Inkfish fleet and designed and built with a collaborative, crew-centric design process that resulted in unconventional layouts. — Bill Springer, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026 During the technical exchange, Ingalls demonstrated its hybrid laser welding capabilities, robotic manufacturing systems, and production layouts designed to streamline ship construction. — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 5 Aug. 2026 Stores will expand classes, events, and region-specific merchandise, with layouts designed for easier navigation. — Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Aug. 2026 Many happen where multiple lines share the same tracks or where track layouts limit train speeds. — John Dias, CBS News, 5 Aug. 2026 The rooms Of the four buildings that are interconnected, fewer than 100 rooms and suites have different layouts and sizes. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Aug. 2026 The residences range from two-bedroom homes to penthouses, with even the smallest layouts measuring more than 2,000 square feet. — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 29 July 2026

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Noun

The dramatic rock formations and suspension bridge make this one of the region’s most memorable walks.

— Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 7 Aug. 2026
During the first three practices of training camp, Sadiq was used in a variety of formations and roles.

— Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of formations

Noun

An internal skunkworks was set up in California with a brief to rethink the idea of a universal EV platform from the ground up, taking into account the advances made by EV startups and clean-sheet designs both in the US but especially China.

— Jonathan M. Gitlin, ArsTechnica, 6 Aug. 2026
In 1912, the pen cases were acquired by Louis Cartier as reference pieces for his jewelry designs.

— News Desk, Artforum, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of designs

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New formats and models Some companies in China are going further to upend entertainment.

— Evelyn Cheng, CNBC, 10 Aug. 2026
Beverages tablets and vapes already offer experiences with little to no traditional cannabis odor, Pih points out, and even smokeable and vapeable formats are getting more discreet through better formulation.

— Peter Su, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026

Definition of formats

Noun

The Pulse can perform much more intricate compositions than, say, a pair of industrial robot arms, and can work directly off of digital notations without the need for custom programming.

— Abhimanyu Ghoshal, New Atlas, 9 Aug. 2026
The finished album also reaches much further back, reviving three previously unheard songs Young originally wrote in 1963 alongside newer compositions.

— SPIN Staff, SPIN, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of compositions

Noun

The small spaces between leaves will dapple patterns of the eclipse phase on the ground.

— Jackie Wattles, CNN Money, 12 Aug. 2026
The rise in deadly crashes has some drivers concerned about navigating the construction zone, particularly with lane shifts and changing traffic patterns.

— Carmela Karcher, CBS News, 12 Aug. 2026

Definition of patterns

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Empire of the Sun, the other top Aussie act in the mix, followed Disco Lines with its usual/unusual brand of futuristic, culturally convoluted and yet entirely well-received (at least by the Outside Lands fans) mix of themes and sounds.

— Jim Harrington, Mercury News, 10 Aug. 2026
For a customized meal, head next door to the new Chef’s Table, where guests gather around a 10-seat table and have menus, pairings and themes tailored to their whims.

— Jennifer Kester, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026

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