as in creativity
the skill and imagination to create new things
the mystery writer's exceptional ingenuity enabled her to devise plots that always had readers guessing to the very end
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Recent Examples of ingenuity
Yet despite these hurdles, the Voyagers continue to function — a testament to both their robust design and the ingenuity of the teams managing them.
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Victoria Corless, Space.com, 15 May 2025
Ridley Scott One of the best late films from an all-time master, this sci-fi gem sees Matt Damon playing an astronaut who gets stranded on Mars and has to use his ingenuity to get home.
—Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 5 May 2025
But audacity combined with artistic ingenuity is still the best bet for holding one’s head high in an American theater devoid of safety.
—Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 1 May 2025
According to Zar, what the U.S. lacks in worker headcount it more than makes up for in ingenuity.
—Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 30 Apr. 2025
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Victoria Corless, Space.com, 15 May 2025
Ridley Scott One of the best late films from an all-time master, this sci-fi gem sees Matt Damon playing an astronaut who gets stranded on Mars and has to use his ingenuity to get home.
—Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 5 May 2025
But audacity combined with artistic ingenuity is still the best bet for holding one’s head high in an American theater devoid of safety.
—Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 1 May 2025
According to Zar, what the U.S. lacks in worker headcount it more than makes up for in ingenuity.
—Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 30 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ingenuity
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In his absence, the first-place Cubs have consistently found different ways to win games and reshape their pitching staff, demonstrating resilience and creativity.—
Patrick Mooney,
New York Times,
28 May 2025
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Unlike technical skills that may become obsolete with technological advancements, durable skills such as communication, creativity and emotional intelligence remain consistently valuable across industries and roles.—
Heather V. MacArthur,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2025
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Theoretical physics has long held a special place in the scientific imagination — not just for its foundational questions, but for its strangeness.—
John Drake,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
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Partnering with Hrithik Roshan is a step forward in realizing that vision, crafting a film where intensity meets imagination on a grand scale.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
28 May 2025
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At the Democrat-Gazette, Dustin has cultivated strong connections within the local arts and entertainment community and finds joy in spotlighting the creative talents and inspiring stories of the region.—
Dustin Staggs,
Arkansas Online,
25 May 2025
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Former The Devil Wears Prada drummer Daniel Williams and talent agent Dave Shapiro were both killed in a fatal plane crash in San Diego on May 22.—
Edward Segarra,
USA Today,
24 May 2025
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“Ingenuity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ingenuity. Accessed 6 Jun. 2025.
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