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motif

[moh-teef] / moʊˈtif /


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A.I. has been a key motif of Leo’s nascent papacy, from early speeches to advisory groups to the reception of tech execs who’ve approached the holy man on their own.

From Slate • May 28, 2026

Ever since, skin bones have remained a recurring motif in evolution.

From Science Daily • May 21, 2026

This shirt goes deep, with an Aztec-inspired motif.

From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026

The black-and-white smiley motif of the Vertigo, an events space, sat right next to her face, just happy to be there, it seemed, above a painted sign that says “Ready to Party?”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

Direct your attention to the wallpaper with its Revolutionary War motif.

From "Middlesex: A Novel" by Jeffrey Eugenides




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