1
as in novel
not known or experienced before
Spanish was a new course of study for her advances in optical technology allow us to observe new planets
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2
as in fresh
recently made and never used before
that unique scent that comes with a new car
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as in refreshed
made or become fresh in spirits or vigor
a little rest made him a new man after the exhausting basketball game
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as in modern
being or involving the latest methods, concepts, information, or styles
new techniques in plastic surgery
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5
as in alternative
taking the place of one that came before
after my bike was stolen, my scooter became my new mode of transportation
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Recent Examples of new
Laura Lu, Parents, 10 Nov. 2025
The pair announced their engagement on October 5, 2025, with a joint Instagram post of what appeared to be an engagement shoot with photos of Destiny showing glimpses of her new rock.
—Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 9 Nov. 2025
The musician, whose real name is Shane Boose, recently earned a Grammy nomination for best new artist.
—Mitchell Peters, Billboard, 9 Nov. 2025
Soon after his release, Max B already hinted at new music in a social media post.
—Daniel Kreps, Rolling Stone, 9 Nov. 2025
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To safely transport your new baby home from the hospital, consider the Peg Perego City Loop Infant Car Seat & Stroller Combo, which comes with a stroller and is 20% off.
—Laura Lu, Parents, 10 Nov. 2025
The pair announced their engagement on October 5, 2025, with a joint Instagram post of what appeared to be an engagement shoot with photos of Destiny showing glimpses of her new rock.
—Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 9 Nov. 2025
The musician, whose real name is Shane Boose, recently earned a Grammy nomination for best new artist.
—Mitchell Peters, Billboard, 9 Nov. 2025
Soon after his release, Max B already hinted at new music in a social media post.
—Daniel Kreps, Rolling Stone, 9 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for new
Adjective
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The secret bar is one of several novel elements on the new ship that’s home-porting at Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale this month in its inaugural sailing season.—
Vinod Sreeharsha,
Miami Herald,
11 Nov. 2025
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One of the most novel concepts is the Williamsburg Bridge Marathon, which requires runners to traverse back and forth between Brooklyn and Manhattan.—
Ian Servantes,
Footwear News,
11 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Thailand accused Cambodia of laying fresh landmines following the removal of a barbed wire fence, which was discovered on November 9.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
11 Nov. 2025
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The streamer has announced a series order for A Different World, a fresh sequel to the beloved 1990s sitcom that helped define a generation of Black television.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
11 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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The refreshed archival styles, however, will be offered on a first-come-first-serve basis, due to the collection’s sourcing for heritage fabrics and cut-to-order capacity.—
Rosemary Feitelberg,
Footwear News,
6 Nov. 2025
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Fans are also anticipating getting their first looks inside the refreshed stadium.—
Joseph Hernandez,
Kansas City Star,
22 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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In short, the great task before us is to revisit and reimagine America’s founding fight as a creation story in the making of our modern world.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
7 Nov. 2025
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Anyone vaguely near the aesthetic gets christened it by fans, including Bassvictim, who were always funnier and more creative than the other modern electroclash revivalists.—
Kieran Press-Reynolds,
Pitchfork,
6 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Gibson chose one of two alternative maps proposed by voting rights groups that had sued over the map, both of which created a Democratic-leaning district centered on Salt Lake County.—
Joseph Ax,
USA Today,
11 Nov. 2025
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When there’s no alternative path, the question isn’t whether to continue but how to continue well.—
Dana Harris-Bridson,
IndieWire,
11 Nov. 2025
Adverb
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The thing that evolved was newly minted.—
Gerrad Hall,
Entertainment Weekly,
8 Nov. 2025
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Even as this risk rises rapidly, there are still plans for launching mega constellations of tiny satellites akin to those that are already orbiting as part of SpaceX’s Starlink system, along with a newly emerging push for orbital data centers such as Nvidia’s Starcloud.—
Humberto Basilio,
Scientific American,
7 Nov. 2025
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Her comedy plays like a loving travelogue of her life laid out with an assurance that these details will be unfamiliar, thrilling, and exotic.—
Kathryn VanArendonk,
Vulture,
4 Nov. 2025
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Review the reports for unfamiliar accounts or inquiries.—
Jan Diaz,
USA Today,
4 Nov. 2025
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Every new season brings with it a surge of products—some fan-favorites with loyal followings; others brand-new, viral, and desperately sought after.—
Abigail Wilt,
Southern Living,
10 Nov. 2025
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One golden retriever has found a brand-new way to entertain himself and even his owner is shocked by his new skill.—
Lucy Notarantonio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Nov. 2025
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“New.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/new. Accessed 15 Nov. 2025.
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