new wave
noun
often capitalized N&W
1
: a cinematic movement that is characterized by improvisation, abstraction, and subjective symbolism and that often makes use of experimental photographic techniques
2
: a new movement in a particular field
3
: popular music less raw than punk rock and typically including unconventional melodies, exaggerated beats, and quirky lyrics
4
: dernier cri
especially
: fashion that is strikingly outrageous
Examples of new wave in a Sentence
people who listened to punk, New Wave, or disco
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Since late September, a new wave of residents has moved into Demalong, Jieluobu, Semalong and Qujielong from as far as Nagqu, a city in northern Tibet some seven hours’ drive away, according to a local government notice and videos shared by relocatees on Chinese social media.
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Simone McCarthy, CNN, 5 Nov. 2024
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As streetwear continues to evolve, a new wave of subtle collaborations between fashion and technology is emerging, where high-performance materials meet the demands of everyday style.
—Cassell Ferere, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
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Simone McCarthy, CNN, 5 Nov. 2024
While overall levels nationwide have declined since the summer surge, Montana's rising wastewater detections may signal the beginning of a new wave of winter infections.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
The company is part of a new wave of equity crowdfunding that could reshape the kinds of films that Hollywood makes.
—Tim Baysinger, Axios, 5 Nov. 2024
As streetwear continues to evolve, a new wave of subtle collaborations between fashion and technology is emerging, where high-performance materials meet the demands of everyday style.
—Cassell Ferere, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
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“New wave.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/new%20wave. Accessed 24 Nov. 2024.
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