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as in inventive
having the skill and imagination to create new things
an award for the most innovative designer of consumer electronics
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as in imaginative
showing a noteworthy use of the imagination and creativity especially in inventing
innovative automotive technology
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innovative technology
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ingenious technology
incredible technology
breakthrough technology
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an innovative design
innovative thinking
innovative approaches
distinct approaches
nontraditional approaches
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Recent Examples of innovative
Visitors will have the chance to speak to students about their innovative projects in a range of media, from sculpture and performance to photography and film.
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News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Feb. 2025
Arbiters Of Style: Trailblazers In Fashion is a new series that pinpoints innovative and established leaders in the fashion world, spotlighting their contributions to sustainability, technology, cultural influence, and more.
—Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 18 Feb. 2025
Meanwhile, Thailand’s burgeoning cannabis tourism industry brought in over $1 billion in revenue, thanks to its pro-cannabis stance and innovative wellness retreats.
—Matt Rozo, The Mercury News, 18 Feb. 2025
This competition, a collaboration between the BBC children's show Blue Peter and the Earthshot Prize, invited children aged 5 to 15 to propose innovative solutions to environmental challenges.
—Stephanie Petit, People.com, 7 Feb. 2025
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News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Feb. 2025
Arbiters Of Style: Trailblazers In Fashion is a new series that pinpoints innovative and established leaders in the fashion world, spotlighting their contributions to sustainability, technology, cultural influence, and more.
—Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 18 Feb. 2025
Meanwhile, Thailand’s burgeoning cannabis tourism industry brought in over $1 billion in revenue, thanks to its pro-cannabis stance and innovative wellness retreats.
—Matt Rozo, The Mercury News, 18 Feb. 2025
This competition, a collaboration between the BBC children's show Blue Peter and the Earthshot Prize, invited children aged 5 to 15 to propose innovative solutions to environmental challenges.
—Stephanie Petit, People.com, 7 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for innovative
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Through this inventive mashup, Marco Antonio Solís not only bridged genres but also generations, confirming his enduring appeal in the ever-evolving music landscape.—
Isabela Raygoza,
Billboard,
25 Feb. 2025
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The cocktail list showcases inventive flavor profiles, including a spritz made with Lillet Blanc, Cava and soda.—
Taryn White,
Forbes,
24 Feb. 2025
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In the imaginative geography of the novel, the border region becomes not one but many overlapping environments, in which a variety of meanings accrue.—
David L. Ulin,
The Atlantic,
21 Feb. 2025
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As the zodiac’s most imaginative archetype, Pisces is a portal to the subconscious realm and everything that can’t be explained with reason alone.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
13 Feb. 2025
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The creative team includes production designer Jaime Brightbill, cinematographer Thomas Hennessy, editor Daniel Duncan and composer Sam Mizell.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
18 Feb. 2025
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His deal to star and executive produce just closed, and, with him on board and based on the creative, CBS made the decision to order Boston Blue series for the 2025-2026 broadcast season.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
18 Feb. 2025
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More News: William Byron Just Pulled Off a Daytona 500 Feat Only Four Others Have Speaking about the incident in an interview, Byron seemed amused by the clever digital jest.—
Tom Rogers,
Newsweek,
22 Feb. 2025
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When a clever and ruthless Dunlending lord attacks seeking vengeance for the death of his father, Helm’s daughter Héra must summon the will to lead the resistance or face total destruction.—
Denise Petski,
Deadline,
21 Feb. 2025
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“Innovative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/innovative. Accessed 4 Mar. 2025.
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