as in anthology
a collection of writings
the poet bound a compilation of her best work into a single volume
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She was especially drawn to Kirk Franklin and his 2006 compilation album, Songs for the Storm.
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Joseph Hudak,
Rolling Stone,
2 July 2026
Now it’s been 16 years since the group’s most recent album and 14 since their last tour, although there have been a handful of soundtrack and compilation appearances from Sade Adu, as a soloist and with the band.
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Al Shipley,
SPIN,
30 June 2026
In the compilation, Collin can be seen wearing a black sweater, with the sleeves rolled up to show his large arm tattoo, gray trousers and black shoes.
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Michelle Lee,
PEOPLE,
26 June 2026
The last live album in the set (previously released as part of the compilation Still) is from the band’s final show.
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Jazz Monroe,
Pitchfork,
25 June 2026
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Joseph Hudak,
Rolling Stone,
2 July 2026
Now it’s been 16 years since the group’s most recent album and 14 since their last tour, although there have been a handful of soundtrack and compilation appearances from Sade Adu, as a soloist and with the band.
—
Al Shipley,
SPIN,
30 June 2026
In the compilation, Collin can be seen wearing a black sweater, with the sleeves rolled up to show his large arm tattoo, gray trousers and black shoes.
—
Michelle Lee,
PEOPLE,
26 June 2026
The last live album in the set (previously released as part of the compilation Still) is from the band’s final show.
—
Jazz Monroe,
Pitchfork,
25 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for compilation
anthology
Noun
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It was also published as a booklet, in another journal, and included in an anthology of Planck’s essays and lectures.
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According to this year’s Emmys ballot, 31 TV series classified as limited or anthology will contend for the category’s prizes.
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“Compilation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/compilation. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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