theme

a variation on the theme of (something)

A different or unique way of doing, saying, or presenting something that has been done in the past. The new restaurant offers a variation on the theme of the roadside diner, giving patrons haute-cuisine interpretations of greasy spoon staples. When asked why, his answer was a variation on the theme of "bigger is better." The anthology series presents variations on the themes of classic genre tropes, such as westerns, Gothic thrillers, rom-coms, and even old cheesy B movies.
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variations on the theme of something

different ways of doing or saying the same thing: Her new book of short stories offers variations on the theme of man’s desire to succeed.
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See also:
  • a variation on the theme of (something)
  • variation
  • variations on the theme of something
  • a peg on which to hang (something)
  • a peg on which to hang something
  • a peg to hang (something) on
  • a peg to hang a matter on
  • a peg to hang something on
  • two-faced
  • surprise (one) with (something)
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"Our vision for Epic Universe is historic," Tom Williams, chairman and CEO for Universal Parks & Resorts said, "It will build on everything we have done and become the most immersive and innovative theme park we have ever created.
Universal To Build New Theme Park In Florida
'Islamabad may not have its own cuisine but this evolving culture of theme restaurants is serving us well.
Theme based restaurants changing capital's food landscape
With 'Gandhiji in Assam' theme, this north eastern state will showcase the Father of NationaACAOs dream of rebuilding rural economy by encouraging cotton industries.
22 tableaus with Mahatma Gandhi theme to be showcased on R-Day
All these themes can be availed of at all Red Ribbon stores in three easy steps.
Top up the birthday fun with the Red Ribbon Dedication Cake Theme Toppers
This contest will also cooperate with the Huawei Developer's Hi-Star Program to provide outstanding theme designers with access to Huawei's official marketing channels including promotion on the Huawei Themes app, and will also award each month's best work with additional resources for promotion.
Honor kicks off "Global Theme Design Contest"
* July 14: The Neverly Brothers perform a rock tribute from Elvis to the Beatles; car theme is Cadillac Night.
Lombard Cruise Nights celebrates 20 years
'To be South-east Asia's theme park capital, it is something to be proud of as it is great for our economy and tourism sector to draw more tourists (local and international) into the country,' he told Bernama in an email.
Malaysia riding on new themed attractions
The Leofoo Theme Park in Hsinchu is divided into five worlds: Magic Water Fountain, Wild West, Arabian Kingdom, South Pacific, and African Safari.
Taiwan's most popular outdoor destination searches
The Lionsgate Movie World will be the first international theme park to rise in Korea.
'Hunger Games' theme park to open in Jeju Island, Korea
Science as a body of knowledge: This theme further reflects into knowledge such as the, theories and models related to science.
Critical Analysis of General Science Textbooks for Inclusion of the Nature of Science Used At Elementary Level in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Huawei announced the launch of its Ramadan inspired themes for the second year in a row in the framework of its efforts and commitment towards carefully satisfying every need and requirement of its users in Saudi Arabia and the Gulf region.
Huawei Launches a Range of Themes for the Holy Month of Ramadan
Ahmedabad, India, June 01, 2017 --(PR.com)-- AppJetty, a product based IT firm in Ahmedabad, India has recently launched Falcon Material Backend Theme for Odoo.
AppJetty Launches Falcon Material Backend Theme for Odoo
Dubai has already welcomed the world's largest indoor theme park and a tropical rainforest complete with 3,000 species of wildlife.
The year of the theme park
6 -- Biztech introduces a robust Odoo Crafito Theme in the market.
Biztech launched Impressive Odoo Crafito Theme For All Industry Verticals