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brainstorming

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verb

present participle of brainstorm
as in communicating
to engage in an exchange of information or ideas they brainstormed about ways to raise money for their organization

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Recent Examples of brainstorming
Noun
Nurture Natural Thought: Prioritize unassisted brainstorming and problem-solving. Cornelia C. Walther, Forbes.com, 22 May 2025 Some days, your energy is meant for deep focus; other days are better for brainstorming and creativity. Heidi Davidson, Forbes.com, 9 May 2025 Some days will be filled with creative brainstorming, others with management tasks, and still others with growth work that lays the foundation for your future success. Nicole Lipkin, Forbes.com, 29 Apr. 2025 Choosing the best travel destination for your family can take some brainstorming. ​wendy Wisner, Parents, 23 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for brainstorming
Recent Examples of Synonyms for brainstorming
Noun
  • The first two-day, eight-hour rehab seminars are June 21 and 22.
    Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 25 May 2025
  • Spivack conducts economic Literacy seminars across the country.
    Linda Mcintosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 May 2025
Noun
  • Instead of simply hiring influencers to promote existing products, companies involve them as creative partners, from ideation and design to launch and marketing.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 4 June 2025
  • The operator of these platforms would also report the number of times a companion chatbot brought up suicide ideation or actions with a user, along with other requirements.
    Queenie Wong, Los Angeles Times, 3 June 2025
Noun
  • He was fired after going 45-37 and losing in the conference semifinals in 2022-23.
    Jason Anderson, Sacbee.com, 4 June 2025
  • The Bulldogs didn’t suffer a letdown against another conference foe after decisively sweeping the Trojans in the teams’ two regular-season games.
    Michael Osipoff, Chicago Tribune, 4 June 2025
Verb
  • The dream part of it, for him, was the chance to spend 100 minutes talking not very much about his passion project itself, but rather using it as a springboard for an infinitely widespread discussion about about political, economic and social ideals.
    Chris Willman, Variety, 3 Jan. 2025
  • Join our Space Forums to keep talking space on the latest missions, night sky and more!
    Leonard David, Space.com, 3 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • 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
  • 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
Noun
  • Valparaiso began addressing housing affordability with a symposium Thursday, the first step toward finding solutions.
    Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 1 June 2025
  • The unconventional Santa Monica home includes a small symposium space, a huge home theater, and an ocean-view roof terrace.
    Tori Latham, Robb Report, 22 May 2025
Noun
  • Ali told Newsweek where the inspiration behind the post came from.
    Daniella Gray, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 June 2025
  • Frank Sinatra, whom Danza knew and worked with, is clearly the inspiration for the show, and the passion Danza has for his hero is contagious.
    Robin Raven, Forbes.com, 5 June 2025
Noun
  • The three judges on the panel, which ruled that the tariffs went beyond the president's power, included one who was appointed by Trump during his first term—Judge Timothy Reif.
    Alia Shoaib, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 May 2025
  • Last year, before the election, what word came up on every panel?
    Doug Gollan, Forbes.com, 30 May 2025

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“Brainstorming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/brainstorming. Accessed 11 Jun. 2025.

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