as in innovative
introducing new ideas or methods
She was honored for her groundbreaking work in nuclear physics. a groundbreaking new book
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Recent Examples of groundbreaking
Construction of the store is expected to begin this spring and details for a groundbreaking ceremony will be released soon, the release states.
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Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Mar. 2025
Not so groundbreaking — but give me all the gingham!
—Brittany Talarico, People.com, 13 Mar. 2025
Plus, haven’t all of us women had some groundbreaking experience in our youth that has forced us to realize the downfalls of our own femininity?
—Claire Franken, TVLine, 13 Mar. 2025
And with the future of tech in dire need of knowledgeable and talented employees—those who have grown up amid groundbreaking technological advances—companies need to get involved.
—Todd Marks, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for groundbreaking
Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Mar. 2025
Not so groundbreaking — but give me all the gingham!
—Brittany Talarico, People.com, 13 Mar. 2025
Plus, haven’t all of us women had some groundbreaking experience in our youth that has forced us to realize the downfalls of our own femininity?
—Claire Franken, TVLine, 13 Mar. 2025
And with the future of tech in dire need of knowledgeable and talented employees—those who have grown up amid groundbreaking technological advances—companies need to get involved.
—Todd Marks, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for groundbreaking
Recent Examples of Synonyms for groundbreaking
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He probably is best described as a pragmatic progressive, given his decision to compromise on the stadium and also his support for Evanston’s innovative approach to the question of reparations for its Black residents.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Mar. 2025
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Some innovative companies are encouraging a turnaround for employees to mix vacations with business, because the blended vacation trend is a retention perk, work stress reducer and production motivator.—
Bryan Robinson,
Forbes,
16 Mar. 2025
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This narrative should highlight how their thought process and creative approach lead to compelling solutions that positively impact both top-line revenue and bottom-line profitability.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes,
14 Mar. 2025
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Thomas joined the brand in June 2023, per LinkedIn, as head of sartorial and creative collaborations.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
14 Mar. 2025
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The Purple One also created the original song score for director Tim Burton’s Batman in 1989.—
Tim Lammers,
Forbes,
15 Mar. 2025
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Dave Meltzer's Wrestling Observer Newsletter reveals that WWE's original plans involved a feud between McIntyre and Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes after WrestleMania.—
Mark Davis,
Newsweek,
15 Mar. 2025
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Many of them rely on novel legal theories about presidential power that go against longstanding judicial precedent or have never been tested in court.—
Graham Underwood,
arkansasonline.com,
17 Mar. 2025
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Such discoveries have raised cautious optimism among scientists seeking novel solutions to antibiotic-resistant bacteria—one of medicine's most pressing crises.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes,
16 Mar. 2025
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The cut and fit of these is almost bespoke, and very clever.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
17 Mar. 2025
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Classical methods of solving these problems, which often involve churning through possible solutions in clever ways, quickly become untenable.—
Stephen Ornes,
Quanta Magazine,
17 Mar. 2025
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The new offensive coaches will be tasked with not only providing fresh eyes to Seattle’s evaluation process but also developing the young players on the roster, such as centers Olu Oluwatimi and Jalen Sundell and guards Christian Haynes, Anthony Bradford and Sataoa Laumea.—
Michael-Shawn Dugar,
The Athletic,
10 Mar. 2025
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In the nation's capital, residents have seen the change steadily sweeping their communities lot by lot: A neighbor's red-brick rowhouse goes up for sale with a fresh coat of paint.—
arkansasonline.com,
arkansasonline.com,
9 Mar. 2025
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“Groundbreaking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/groundbreaking. Accessed 23 Mar. 2025.
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