as in innovation
something (as a device) created for the first time through the use of the imagination
the first submarine must have seemed like a wild concoction at the time
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Recent Examples of concoction
The Amaretto, cognac, Grand Marnier, and cream concoction is topped with grated chocolate and nutmeg.
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Patrice J. Williams, Essence, 15 Jan. 2025
This beverage combines vodka, celery and fennel shrub, lime juice and ginger beer for a refreshing coastal concoction.
—Sandra MacGregor, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025
These new, alcohol-free concoctions don’t fit traditional spirit categories.
—Sam Stone, Bon Appétit, 14 Jan. 2025
From plenty of mayonnaise-laden bites to an interesting leftover cornbread concoction.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 2 Feb. 2025
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Patrice J. Williams, Essence, 15 Jan. 2025
This beverage combines vodka, celery and fennel shrub, lime juice and ginger beer for a refreshing coastal concoction.
—Sandra MacGregor, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025
These new, alcohol-free concoctions don’t fit traditional spirit categories.
—Sam Stone, Bon Appétit, 14 Jan. 2025
From plenty of mayonnaise-laden bites to an interesting leftover cornbread concoction.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 2 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for concoction
Noun
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Recognizing the urgent need for innovation in this life-saving sector, Pulse Charter Connect is a beacon of hope.—
Geri Stengel,
Forbes,
19 Feb. 2025
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There are examples where governments can be the first money experimenting with different methodologies and tools to fund innovation and creating capital that is aligned with actual market need.—
Bloomberg,
The Mercury News,
19 Feb. 2025
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The story of Zoe Bryce and Toby Withers, inventions of the hazy mind of Thora Pattern, could struggle to break the surface of the novel.—
Audrey Wollen,
The New Yorker,
25 Feb. 2025
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This was Thales, the invention of a bubbly Italian named Nicola Privato.—
Matthew Sherrill,
Harper's Magazine,
19 Feb. 2025
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The panels and sharing sessions feature trends and challenges in the ASEAN film market, where rapidly soaring cinematic and theatrical creations are viewed.—
Partner Content,
Variety,
26 Feb. 2025
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Cocktails will remain simple and approachable with several classics, such as a light and refreshing spritz or a perfectly bittersweet negroni, along with another six to seven seasonal creations.—
Olivia Lee,
Charlotte Observer,
26 Feb. 2025
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Eager players were able to check the server status for Fortnite and other Epic Games products at status.epicgames.com.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA TODAY,
22 Feb. 2025
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Optimistic 2025 Outlook: 8% Revenue Growth Projected Looking ahead to 2025, Garmin remains optimistic, expecting to leverage recent and upcoming product launches.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes,
21 Feb. 2025
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“Concoction.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/concoction. Accessed 1 Mar. 2025.
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