as in tool
an interesting and often novel device with a practical use
she tried out a new gadget for weeding the garden
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Recent Examples of gadget
The health and fitness gadgets of CES 2025 took on all shapes and sizes.
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Andrew Gebhart, PCMAG, 10 Jan. 2025
This gadget has the potential to be a godsend for pet owners.
—Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 9 Jan. 2025
Published on January 10, 2025 By Bryan Hood Lenovo/LG/Halliday/Honda
For tech obsessives and gadget junkies there’s no better time of the year than the beginning of January.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 10 Jan. 2025
Others might race to adopt the latest gadget or piece of software, but a back-to-basics approach has proven immensely effective in the digital age.
—William Mullane, USA TODAY, 8 Jan. 2025
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Andrew Gebhart, PCMAG, 10 Jan. 2025
This gadget has the potential to be a godsend for pet owners.
—Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 9 Jan. 2025
Published on January 10, 2025 By Bryan Hood Lenovo/LG/Halliday/Honda
For tech obsessives and gadget junkies there’s no better time of the year than the beginning of January.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 10 Jan. 2025
Others might race to adopt the latest gadget or piece of software, but a back-to-basics approach has proven immensely effective in the digital age.
—William Mullane, USA TODAY, 8 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gadget
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Doing so gives the administration additional tools in fighting the inflow of drugs across the border.—
Jeff Cox,
CNBC,
21 Jan. 2025
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Nothing to cry foul about other than that other organizations are not using all the tools the CBA allows to build their own franchises as effectively.—
Ken Rosenthal,
The Athletic,
20 Jan. 2025
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The appliance that’s racked up thousands of perfect ratings from reviewers is ideal for any avid baker with tight kitchen space.—
Toni Sutton,
People.com,
25 Jan. 2025
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Additionally, storing heavy items on top of your dryer can also cause damage to the appliance that your warranty may not cover.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
25 Jan. 2025
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The Japanese game-maker forges their own path, one quirky gizmo at a time.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes,
15 Jan. 2025
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Rabbit r1 The Rabbit r1 is a $200 gizmo that looks like an orange, miniaturized tablet with a playful aesthetic that’s more Nintendo Switch than Apple iPad.—
Jonathan Vanian,
CNBC,
27 Nov. 2024
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There’s also one of those 360-degree spinning video contraptions, so there’s no shortage of Instagram- and TikTok-worthy moments.—
Rob Reed,
Forbes,
21 Jan. 2025
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Typically referred to as light therapy or LED face masks, these contraptions use light-emitting diodes to shine light at specific wavelengths onto the skin for various purposes like reducing wrinkles, firming the skin and controlling acne.—
Melinda Wenner Moyer,
New York Times,
20 Jan. 2025
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Embed Live Reviews On Your Website Partner with review platforms to embed live reviews on your website using widgets or APIs.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes,
22 Jan. 2025
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There’s a widget filled with OnePlus apps that are mostly useful, including settings, weather, a calculator, and an audio recorder.—
PCMAG,
PCMAG,
13 Jan. 2025
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Bicycles, as well as parts and accessories, may be donated year-round from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Friday at the Recycling and Trash Collection office at 1560 S. Happy Hollow Road, according to the release.—
NWA Democrat-Gazette,
arkansasonline.com,
16 Jan. 2025
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Alternative Accessories by Vertigo Established in Phoenix, Arizona and based in New York City, Vertigo is an accessories label with an unwavering focus on timeless appeal through versatility and individuality.—
Angela Lei,
Forbes,
16 Jan. 2025
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Finding coping mechanisms or seeking out professional guidance can help.—
Lauryn Higgins,
Parents,
15 Jan. 2025
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In response, the Secret Service said that the agency lacks a mechanism to reimburse state and local governments for support during protective events.—
Trent Abrego,
Twin Cities,
15 Jan. 2025
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This innovation, along with the Photonic-Bump, enables unique passive alignment protocols, using standard semiconductor tools that reduce costs and increase scalability.—
Kyle J. Russell,
USA TODAY,
25 Jan. 2025
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The innovation, initially intended to protect advertisers' brands from being associated with controversial content, became widely reviled.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
25 Jan. 2025
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“Gadget.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gadget. Accessed 29 Jan. 2025.
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