as in anthology
a collection of writings
the poet bound a compilation of her best work into a single volume
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Shared on June 15, the compilation showed clips featuring both children, including Archie learning how to ride a bicycle.
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Charlotte Phillipp, People.com, 28 June 2025
Two specials follow — a 15-part countdown compilation Worst Cooks in America: Worst of the Worst, and behind-the-scenes deep dive Worst Cooks in America: Boot Camp Diaries.
—Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 23 June 2025
In the United Kingdom — where The Beatles got off to a fantastic start before taking over the world — the group’s presence can always be felt on the charts via a handful of compilations.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 26 June 2025
Earlier this month, All Things Go announced the first installment of its forthcoming benefit compilation, with 100% of the proceeds going to their longtime collaborators at The Ally Coalition (TAC), a leading nonprofit dedicated to supporting LGBTQ+ youth, founded by Jack and Rachel Antonoff.
—Jem Aswad, Variety, 23 June 2025
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Charlotte Phillipp, People.com, 28 June 2025
Two specials follow — a 15-part countdown compilation Worst Cooks in America: Worst of the Worst, and behind-the-scenes deep dive Worst Cooks in America: Boot Camp Diaries.
—Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 23 June 2025
In the United Kingdom — where The Beatles got off to a fantastic start before taking over the world — the group’s presence can always be felt on the charts via a handful of compilations.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 26 June 2025
Earlier this month, All Things Go announced the first installment of its forthcoming benefit compilation, with 100% of the proceeds going to their longtime collaborators at The Ally Coalition (TAC), a leading nonprofit dedicated to supporting LGBTQ+ youth, founded by Jack and Rachel Antonoff.
—Jem Aswad, Variety, 23 June 2025
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anthology
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Levin previously wrote and directed My Valentine, a feature-length episode of the Hulu/Blumhouse horror anthology series titled Into the Dark.—
Borys Kit,
HollywoodReporter,
11 July 2025
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The streamer has reportedly ordered a fourth season of Murphy’s Monster anthology series, this time centered around infamous (alleged) axe murderer Lizzie Borden.—
Andy Swift,
TVLine,
8 July 2025
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“Compilation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/compilation. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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