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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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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
Joseph Bonasia, The Orlando Sentinel, 15 May 2026
After three games this spring, junior shortstop Nick Czerak was installed as Aurora Central Catholic’s new leadoff hitter.
—Paul Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 15 May 2026
The women are blithely dismissive of their tedious work, but their relationships fray under new stresses—including intrusive surveillance.
—Sheldon Pearce, New Yorker, 15 May 2026
The 1990s saw Bilco diversify further, introducing window wells to its residential product line, while continuing to innovate through new products such as roof hatch safety railing systems and fire rated floor access doors, according to the company.
—Pamela McLoughlin, Hartford Courant, 14 May 2026
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We were attracted to a rural, heavily wooded part of Wesley Chapel, where deer are common and roosters crow, and to the majestic live oak trees on our new property.
—Joseph Bonasia, The Orlando Sentinel, 15 May 2026
After three games this spring, junior shortstop Nick Czerak was installed as Aurora Central Catholic’s new leadoff hitter.
—Paul Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 15 May 2026
The women are blithely dismissive of their tedious work, but their relationships fray under new stresses—including intrusive surveillance.
—Sheldon Pearce, New Yorker, 15 May 2026
The 1990s saw Bilco diversify further, introducing window wells to its residential product line, while continuing to innovate through new products such as roof hatch safety railing systems and fire rated floor access doors, according to the company.
—Pamela McLoughlin, Hartford Courant, 14 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for new
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Kwan’s novel trilogy followed the romance of Rachel Chu (Constance Wu) and Nick Young (Henry Golding) as Rachel entered Nick’s elite world of billionaires in Singapore.—
Arushi Jacob,
Variety,
10 May 2026
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De la Sanch, an assistant professor of environmental science and studies at DePaul University, suggests the reemergence and spread of novel viruses like hantaviruses may be due to climate change, deforestation and urbanization.—
Allison Kiehl,
Chicago Tribune,
9 May 2026
Adjective
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Next door is Ottimo with its stone pizza oven and all kinds of homemade pasta and fresh fish.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 May 2026
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Canned tuna isn’t a replacement for the fresh kind but instead is its own big player.—
Nina Moskowitz,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
10 May 2026
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Charging will be much improved with the refreshed EQS, too.—
Andrew J. Hawkins,
The Verge,
13 Apr. 2026
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The German luxury marque has just unveiled the refreshed version of the saloon’s SUV equivalent, the GLS.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
1 Apr. 2026
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Of course, modern touches like bedside power ports and espresso machines are also in place.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 May 2026
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Vimala Pons, in strawberry-blonde bangs, is a striking actor who plays Irène as the new modern woman.—
Owen Gleiberman,
Variety,
12 May 2026
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Following community debate over safety versus access to alternative mobility options, city leaders in La Mesa voted to ban e-bike use for riders under 12.—
Hannah Elsmore,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 May 2026
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Spanish public television — which in past years broadcast the Eurovision Song Contest — plans to air alternative broadcasting on Saturday evening.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
13 May 2026
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In Season 3, Kate and Hal are put even further at odds when newly sworn-in President Grace Penn (Allison Janney) asks Hal, rather than Kate, to serve as her vice president.—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
14 May 2026
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No one told her about an aid program in Ohio open to kinship families newly formed without child welfare officials opening a legal case.—
Jayme Fraser,
USA Today,
14 May 2026
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Experts urge caution around the release of the new files, warning that UAP videos are often misinterpreted and mischaracterized by those unfamiliar with military technology.—
Seung Min Kim,
Fortune,
9 May 2026
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Democratic voters in the party’s remaining strongholds in Broward and Palm Beach counties may also have to get used to something unfamiliar — being represented in Congress by a Republican.—
Anthony Man,
Sun Sentinel,
9 May 2026
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Growing evidence is raising suspicion that the feature could be turning into a new continental rift — and could eventually become a new boundary between tectonic plates, creating a brand-new sea in the process.—
Jacopo Prisco,
CNN Money,
13 May 2026
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Her show at the Orpheum is the result of a brand-new hour she’s been performing on her Big Bowl Tour and includes plenty of jokes about dinosaurs and love of Jamaican dancehall choreography.—
Malina Saval,
Los Angeles Times,
13 May 2026
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