as in to communicate
to engage in an exchange of information or ideas
they brainstormed about ways to raise money for their organization
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Recent Examples of brainstorm
Michael Cuglietta, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 Apr. 2026
Then, begin brainstorming the new shrubs and decorative flowers on your dream list.
—Tessa Cooper, The Spruce, 17 Apr. 2026
Instead of canceling the season or scrambling for alternatives in playing the high-contact sport, Silver brainstormed the Bubble, and it has largely been seen as a success, even when other leagues failed to replicate it.
—Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 17 Apr. 2026
Plus, Gemini Live integration enables natural voice interactions, allowing users to brainstorm ideas or manage apps hands-free.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 13 Apr. 2026
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Coaches also zeroed in on times when conversation lagged, such as lunch, and brainstormed ways to keep everyone talking.
—Michael Cuglietta, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 Apr. 2026
Then, begin brainstorming the new shrubs and decorative flowers on your dream list.
—Tessa Cooper, The Spruce, 17 Apr. 2026
Instead of canceling the season or scrambling for alternatives in playing the high-contact sport, Silver brainstormed the Bubble, and it has largely been seen as a success, even when other leagues failed to replicate it.
—Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 17 Apr. 2026
Plus, Gemini Live integration enables natural voice interactions, allowing users to brainstorm ideas or manage apps hands-free.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 13 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for brainstorm
Verb
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Through it all, my guides communicated with one another, creating a seamless experience throughout.—
Moira McCarthy,
Boston Herald,
10 May 2026
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The scene remained active for several hours as negotiators attempted to communicate with Vanderpool.—
Alexandra Koch,
FOXNews.com,
9 May 2026
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Expansive coworking spaces dot Woven City, designed to foster spontaneous brainstorming, with plenty of 3D printers scattered throughout for rapid prototyping.—
TIm Stevens,
ArsTechnica,
4 May 2026
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Kristen explains to the brainstorming teams that Jennifer is still in the hospital and has been removed from the competition for her own well-being, and Justin chose to be with her rather than take her spot, and that Sieger is back instead.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
28 Apr. 2026
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Hart entered the season with a splint in his right ring finger, sustained back spasms in the Abu Dhabi preseason opener against the 76ers then had another lower back injury this season.—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
8 May 2026
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Narges Mohammadi’s brother, Hamidreza, tells TIME that his sister is suffering from a condition known as Prinzmetal angina, which causes spasms in the coronary arteries and can trigger heart attacks and other serious complications.—
Connor Greene,
Time,
8 May 2026
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Wasserman was the evening’s major speaker and arrived at the event as reporters were talking to Cherfilus-McCormick.—
Anthony Man,
Sun Sentinel,
12 May 2026
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Join, stay in, talk to the teacher next door.—
Steven Walker,
The Orlando Sentinel,
12 May 2026
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As the most discerning, up-to-the-minute voice in all things travel, Condé Nast Traveler is the global citizen’s bible and muse, offering both inspiration and vital intel.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 May 2026
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Then the Aries Moon turns attention toward worth, resources, and building something tangible from inspiration.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
12 May 2026
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Listeriosis can cause symptoms of fever, muscle aches, headache, stiff neck, confusion, loss of balance and convulsions.—
Chiara Kim,
PEOPLE,
11 May 2026
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High doses can cause convulsions, cardiovascular collapse, stroke or death.—
Karen Garcia,
Los Angeles Times,
9 May 2026
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The Pisces Moon adds imagination to strategy and helps good ideas connect.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
10 May 2026
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This combination from chef Gino Angelini is unlikely to have occurred in even your wildest imagination.—
Carolynn Carreño,
Los Angeles Times,
10 May 2026
Noun
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While valuations for household-name series IP have come down to earth a bit since the frenzy around Friends, South Park and The Office during the streaming explosion several years ago, The Walking Dead rights will surely fetch several hundred million dollars.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
8 May 2026
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But there's a nostalgic and unexpected appeal to the bustling frenzy of a flea market.—
Heather Bien,
Southern Living,
8 May 2026
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“Brainstorm.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/brainstorm. Accessed 13 May. 2026.
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