"think piece" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: think pieces [plural]
Head templates: {{en-noun}} think piece (plural think pieces)
  1. (often derogatory) An in-depth article that discusses a topic thoroughly and elaborates the writer's point of view, to inspire deep thought related to the article's subject. Tags: derogatory, often Categories (topical): Literature Synonyms: dope story, thinkpiece Related terms: thumbsucker

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