groundbreaking
adjective
ground·break·ing
ˈgrau̇n(d)-ˌbrā-kiŋ 
: introducing new ideas or methods
has written a groundbreaking work
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She was honored for her groundbreaking work in nuclear physics.
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Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 18 Dec. 2024
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Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 18 Dec. 2024
The artist’s groundbreaking works came after decades spent in other pursuits, including research economist and rock critic.
—Sandra McDonald, Los Angeles Times, 18 Dec. 2024
The rapid evolution of AI models, particularly in generative and large language technologies, unlocks groundbreaking capabilities—but at a steep cost.
—Aparna Prabhakar, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
Kacey Musgraves, Deeper Well As with 2018’s groundbreaking Golden Hour, Musgraves tugs at your heartstrings on Deeper Well.
—Mesfin Fekadu, The Hollywood Reporter, 17 Dec. 2024
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“Groundbreaking.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/groundbreaking. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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