anthology

noun

an-ˈthä-lə-jē How to pronounce anthology (audio)
Definition of anthologynext
as in compilation
a collection of writings an anthology of American short stories

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Recent Examples of anthology Grossman will next be seen in the 13th Season of Ryan Murphy’s anthology series, American Horror Story. — Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 18 Aug. 2026 In 2023, season one raked in eight Emmys, including best limited series or anthology, lead actor, lead actress, writing and directing. — Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 14 Aug. 2026 The second season of Netflix’s genre-bending anthology earned 16 nominations, the most of any limited or anthology series this year. — Clayton Davis, Variety, 14 Aug. 2026 She’s also acted in and written for the zombie horror anthology Virus of the Dead. — Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 5 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for anthology
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compilation
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  • The compilation returns to multiple rankings across the Atlantic and even scores the singer-songwriter her first leader on one tally.
    — Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026
  • Many of the songs on this album are shared among other Parton projects — hits compilations and studio albums.
    — Keith Caulfield, Billboard, 30 Aug. 2026
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“Anthology.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/anthology. Accessed 5 Sep. 2026.

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