1
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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2
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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3
as in fresh
recently made and never used before
that unique scent that comes with a new car
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4
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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5
as in modern
being or involving the latest methods, concepts, information, or styles
new techniques in plastic surgery
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new information
new technology
new ideas
a new system
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Recent Examples of new
Ava Xiao-Lin Rigelhaupt, HollywoodReporter, 30 Apr. 2025
The 164-foot yacht Eternal Spark, the Turkish builder’s newest model from its semi-custom 163 series, made its public debut at Monaco.
—Julia Zaltzman, Robb Report, 30 Apr. 2025
Season 5 to explore new relationship, show creator says
While some may still be rooting for Emily to patch things up with Gabriel, the focus of this upcoming season will be Emily's relationship with Marcello, Star told Tudum.
—Amaris Encinas, USA Today, 19 Apr. 2025
First discovered: 4 hours ago, 12:37 p.m. April 18
Initial location: San Mateo County, Calif.
Fire type: Wildfire
Fire name: Hill Ic
A new wildfire was reported today at 12:37 p.m. in San Mateo County.
—Ca Wildfire Bot, Sacbee.com, 19 Apr. 2025
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Adjective
While working on the musical, a colleague told me that PBS Kids was looking for writers for their new show Carl the Collector, featuring an autistic raccoon who collects things and lives with his friends and family in Fuzzytown.
—Ava Xiao-Lin Rigelhaupt, HollywoodReporter, 30 Apr. 2025
The 164-foot yacht Eternal Spark, the Turkish builder’s newest model from its semi-custom 163 series, made its public debut at Monaco.
—Julia Zaltzman, Robb Report, 30 Apr. 2025
Season 5 to explore new relationship, show creator says
While some may still be rooting for Emily to patch things up with Gabriel, the focus of this upcoming season will be Emily's relationship with Marcello, Star told Tudum.
—Amaris Encinas, USA Today, 19 Apr. 2025
First discovered: 4 hours ago, 12:37 p.m. April 18
Initial location: San Mateo County, Calif.
Fire type: Wildfire
Fire name: Hill Ic
A new wildfire was reported today at 12:37 p.m. in San Mateo County.
—Ca Wildfire Bot, Sacbee.com, 19 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for new
Adjective
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Lunges are another alternative exercise that will similarly work the area.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
2 May 2025
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The company also emailed developers about the changes, which include removing the limitation on alternative payment methods and removing the restriction on devs not being able to highlight other options.—
James Peckham,
PC Magazine,
2 May 2025
Adjective
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Orlando, upon inspecting the wig, immediately appreciated the cap construction, which was a novel feature for both of us.—
Noel Cymone Walker,
StyleCaster,
2 May 2025
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Teacup: The horror series, inspired by the novel Stinger, starred Yvonne Strahovski of The Handmaid’s Tale, but was canceled after one season.—
Kathleen Walsh,
Glamour,
2 May 2025
Adjective
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No food dyes, no goopy corn syrup—just fresh, springy flavors.—
Josh Miller,
Southern Living,
26 Apr. 2025
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Offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels has a history of rotating running backs to keep them fresh while carving out specific roles on third down.—
Chad Graff,
New York Times,
26 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The ability to influence others and follow through on commitments becomes more essential in the modern world.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
3 May 2025
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Recently, that’s meant enlisting a slew of TikTok creators to pass along the pro-milk mantle to a new generation of consumers that grew up in the age of almond milk, quietly advancing a more inclusive ideal of the modern milk drinker.—
HubSpot,
HubSpot,
2 May 2025
Adverb
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DeSantis had, apparently, figured out a way to stuff Make America Great Again into a sleeker, less objectionable package, one that appealed to both traditional Republican business interests and the newly influential far right.—
Drew Nelles,
Time,
28 Apr. 2025
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In a photo shared on April 11, the singer lays her head on a pillow, her newly dark hair tucked behind her ears.—
Catherine Santino,
People.com,
28 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Let your words be intentional and your thoughts be clear—especially when involving other people into your mental maze.—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 May 2025
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Sign up for the Goings On newsletter to receive their selections, and other cultural recommendations, in your inbox.—
The New Yorker,
New Yorker,
30 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The situation can be complicated further when a patient is navigating an unfamiliar medical system, has to overcome a language barrier, or takes a flight soon after an operation.—
Parizaad Khan Sethi,
Allure,
2 May 2025
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Back in the Hunt The rest of that day back in Alabama was spent prospecting this unfamiliar farm, with predictable results.—
Andrew McKean,
Outdoor Life,
1 May 2025
Adjective
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Don’t miss the brand-new Jacob’s Outlook, a 40-foot ADA-compliant observation tower with sweeping ocean, Intracoastal, and coastal ecosystem views.—
Skye Sherman,
Southern Living,
2 May 2025
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Dina’s Tupperware looked pretty brand-new for being at least 20 years old, right?—
Charlie Mason,
TVLine,
2 May 2025
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“New.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/new. Accessed 8 May. 2025.
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