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as in inventor
one who creates or introduces something new
Thomas Edison was the originator of the light bulb
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as in founder
a person who establishes a whole new field of endeavor
Copernicus is sometimes hailed as the originator of modern astronomy, for he overturned the notion of an earth-centered universe
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Recent Examples of originator
As a teen in Detroit, an originator of a dark hip-hop subgenre left an imprint on the music industry.
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Annalise Frank, Axios, 31 Oct. 2024
Most famously, at Madison Square Garden, Charli and Sivan brought out Addison Rae and Lorde, yes, but also Kelley Heyer, the originator of the dance.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 19 Oct. 2024
But the authentic article, the originator, was American Girl.
—Jennifer Maas, Variety, 15 Oct. 2024
Being flexible didn’t take away from the need to build a culture, but the company — arguably the originator of Silicon Valley — was committed to being around for many years to come and that meant being adaptable, Sawyer said.
—Roger Trapp, Forbes, 9 Oct. 2024
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Annalise Frank, Axios, 31 Oct. 2024
Most famously, at Madison Square Garden, Charli and Sivan brought out Addison Rae and Lorde, yes, but also Kelley Heyer, the originator of the dance.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 19 Oct. 2024
But the authentic article, the originator, was American Girl.
—Jennifer Maas, Variety, 15 Oct. 2024
Being flexible didn’t take away from the need to build a culture, but the company — arguably the originator of Silicon Valley — was committed to being around for many years to come and that meant being adaptable, Sawyer said.
—Roger Trapp, Forbes, 9 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for originator
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Trump commuted the sentences of all Jan. 6 defendants convicted of plotting to forcibly halt the certification of the 2020 presidential election, including Oath Keepers founder Stewart Rhodes, to time served.—
Ella Lee,
The Hill,
21 Jan. 2025
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Brandon Bell—Pool/AP In the end, Trump sided with the SpaceX founder over whether the H-1B program was worth continuing.—
Eric Cortellessa,
TIME,
20 Jan. 2025
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The fashion designer did add a bit of drama, however, by styling the denim with a blazer, tie, and a completely sheer shirt.—
Robyn Merrett,
StyleCaster,
16 Jan. 2025
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In addition, the designer’s mood board was pinned with images ranging from cinematic shots of Monica Bellucci to editorials and runway moments starring pets — a prelude to the dash of pet therapy and humor Koma injected into the lineup.—
Sandra Salibian,
WWD,
16 Jan. 2025
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Its platforms have empowered creators globally, leaving a digital footprint and legacy of innovation and creativity.—
Cassell Ferere,
Forbes,
16 Jan. 2025
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This creates a dangerous scenario where America's commitment to protecting creators' rights could inadvertently hand technological leadership to an adversarial authoritarian regime.—
Michael Gfoeller And David H. Rundell,
Newsweek,
16 Jan. 2025
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Read an interview with the author for the story behind the story.—
Han Ong,
The New Yorker,
12 Jan. 2025
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The author is a professor of literature and creative writing at the University of St. Thomas.—
Mary Ann Grossmann,
Twin Cities,
12 Jan. 2025
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The trouble began when the OP reserved a shaded table for her elderly father, who had recently undergone surgery.—
Kristen Waggoner,
Newsweek,
22 Jan. 2025
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Buckley’s father, musician Tim Buckley, died of a heroin overdose when Jeff was 8, and Jeff was raised by his mother, Mary Guibert, who has been the keeper of his archive since his death.—
Rebecca Keegan,
The Hollywood Reporter,
21 Jan. 2025
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“Originator.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/originator. Accessed 27 Jan. 2025.
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