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
JSTOR Daily, 25 Oct. 2025
Together, Alborán and Riza beautifully harmonized over a dreamy, Middle Eastern rhythm that Reyes was creating, and later brainstormed heartfelt lyrics about missing and longing for someone.
—Jessica Roiz, Billboard, 21 Oct. 2025
The trio brainstormed about how to get the woman back to shore.
—Erika I. Ritchie, Oc Register, 18 Oct. 2025
While brainstorming solutions over coffee with a colleague, Oram realized a genetic test could offer clues for people with a less clear presentation of the disease.
—Rachel Nuwer, Scientific American, 14 Oct. 2025
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Weekly Newsletter Moussa is already brainstorming future innovations.
—JSTOR Daily, 25 Oct. 2025
Together, Alborán and Riza beautifully harmonized over a dreamy, Middle Eastern rhythm that Reyes was creating, and later brainstormed heartfelt lyrics about missing and longing for someone.
—Jessica Roiz, Billboard, 21 Oct. 2025
The trio brainstormed about how to get the woman back to shore.
—Erika I. Ritchie, Oc Register, 18 Oct. 2025
While brainstorming solutions over coffee with a colleague, Oram realized a genetic test could offer clues for people with a less clear presentation of the disease.
—Rachel Nuwer, Scientific American, 14 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for brainstorm
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Airports and airlines across the country, from Denver to Atlanta and Chicago to Washington, DC, reported no significant hiccups, and travelers told USA TODAY reporters that airlines have been communicating effectively about the impacts, and in most cases automatically rebooking alternative flights.—
Trevor Hughes,
USA Today,
7 Nov. 2025
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Quantum coherence times With Zhong’s approach, that same UChicago quantum computer that previously couldn’t reach the Willis Tower could now connect and communicate with a quantum computer outside of Salt Lake City, Utah.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
7 Nov. 2025
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And thanks to Amazon’s Top 100 Gift List, brainstorming ideas has never been easier.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
30 Oct. 2025
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How was the brainstorming session?—
Chris Gardner,
HollywoodReporter,
28 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Possible symptoms include constipation, fatigue, heart palpitations, muscle weakness or spasms, and numbness.—
Carrie Madormo,
Health,
7 Nov. 2025
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Los Angeles was also without starting center Deandre Ayton for the second half of the win due to a back spasm issue.—
Alex Kirschenbaum,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
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Join our Space Forums to keep talking space on the latest missions, night sky and more!—
Daisy Dobrijevic,
Space.com,
6 Nov. 2025
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Kids aged 7 to 18 can also walk in for the shot without a prescription, as long as a parent or guardian gives consent and talks it over with the pharmacist.—
Evan Moore
November 5,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The designer employs a relentless, immersive approach, constantly seeking inspiration from the physical world.—
Robert Lang,
Deadline,
5 Nov. 2025
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The production intentionally blended Eastern and Western elements, drawing inspiration from Sergio Leone while incorporating Japanese Bunraku puppet movements and martial arts traditions.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
5 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Symptoms include confusion, headaches, stiff neck, loss of balance, and convulsions.—
McClatchy Media,
Sacbee.com,
6 Nov. 2025
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Neurological symptoms may occur, too, like a stiff neck, disorientation, or convulsions.—
Wendy Wisner,
Parents,
5 Nov. 2025
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For nearly half a century, the Hollywood Bowl has been the stage where John’s imagination meets the hearts of millions.—
Chris Gardner,
HollywoodReporter,
11 Nov. 2025
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My daughter’s imagination inspires me.—
Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal,
Parents,
11 Nov. 2025
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That cut New York’s lead to 2-1 and sent the Charlotte crowd into a frenzy, hoping for a tying score in the game’s final minutes.—
Scott Fowler,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Nov. 2025
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Turns out, the frenzy was all over a bear (and sometimes, a cat).—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Nov. 2025
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“Brainstorm.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/brainstorm. Accessed 13 Nov. 2025.
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