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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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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
Usa Today Staff,
USA Today,
26 June 2026
But new security measures are now in place for the promenade that leads into Universal Studios Hollywood.
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Seamus Bozeman
follow,
Los Angeles Times,
26 June 2026
Pair that with the seasonal swap above and a quick re-audit whenever your life changes, like a new job or a move.
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Ryan Brennan,
Charlotte Observer,
19 June 2026
One of those new entries, the newspaper reported, was a South Korean telecommunications firm the administration suspected of having ties to China.
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Sebastian Herrera,
Fortune,
19 June 2026
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Season 42 continues on Friday with Adam Remsen returning as champion to face two new challengers.
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Usa Today Staff,
USA Today,
26 June 2026
But new security measures are now in place for the promenade that leads into Universal Studios Hollywood.
—
Seamus Bozeman
follow,
Los Angeles Times,
26 June 2026
Pair that with the seasonal swap above and a quick re-audit whenever your life changes, like a new job or a move.
—
Ryan Brennan,
Charlotte Observer,
19 June 2026
One of those new entries, the newspaper reported, was a South Korean telecommunications firm the administration suspected of having ties to China.
—
Sebastian Herrera,
Fortune,
19 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for new
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Last month, many of those companies gathered alongside military officials to address what was clearly an urgent problem requiring novel solutions.
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Preserving a robust problem-solving culture, through methods like case debates and mentorship, is vital to build human expertise AI cannot replicate, preventing a future where organizations lack the ability to tackle novel problems.
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In their quest for the best produce, the trio searched around each location for the best butchers and bakeries to acquire fresh meat and bread each day.
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Rework the line, reschedule the plan, or return to an old idea with fresher eyes.
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Customers will also notice a refreshed visual identity.
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So the Pep Guardiola era is over, with a domestic double in the bag and a season that suggests a refreshed Manchester City are on the right lines.
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The finish is what sells it, and the modern methods aim to look like hair that’s always been there.
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Executive Travel And Leadership The modern executive is, functionally, a professional time-zone crosser.
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The warning came after a key naval information group had proposed alternative shipping corridors on Saturday, asking shipowners to consider transiting the strait along the southern route with their transponder signals on.
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The White House’s Iran negotiations rely on the dollar’s leverage, but Tehran has blunted that weapon by using alternative financial architecture, The Wall Street Journal reported, including payments in yuan or cryptocurrency, and adopting a Chinese alternative to the Swift banking network.
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This unity of purpose is amplified by a newly uniform soundscape.
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Read the full story here and see photos below from restaurants newly earning stars in 2026.
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The sender's name looks unfamiliar, but the delivery seems real.
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That preparation might include visiting an airport before travel day, creating visual schedules, reviewing photographs of destinations, or practicing unfamiliar routines to make the experience feel more predictable.
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From brand-new, heavily stylized characters to a new take on legacy objects from the beloved franchise, the show will definitely possess the next generation of Ghostbusters fan with its signature style.
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StockX, the 2015-founded online sneaker, streetwear and collectibles marketplace, has just gone live with its brand-new vintage and pre-loved selling function, StockX Listings.
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