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as in pristine
being in an original and unused or unspoiled state
his car is so well cared for that three years later it still looks brand-new
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as in new
recently made and never used before
a brand-new disk still in its original packaging
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Recent Examples of brand-new
Here, McKenna, founder and chief executive officer of Nouvel Héritage, sat down with Fairchild Studio to discuss its decade milestone, technological innovations, a brand-new collection, expanding in the Middle Eastern market and more.
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Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 6 June 2025
In the mid-1990s, Lacob invested in the American Basketball League, a women’s professional competitor to the brand-new WNBA, and purchased the operating rights to one of its franchises, the San Jose Lasers.
—Matt Craig, Forbes.com, 6 June 2025
As a brand-new observatory, the JWST brought unexpected challenges.
—Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 5 June 2025
That means that these handhelds have access to a wealth of classics and brand-new AAA releases, though that doesn’t mean every game will run on the handhelds.
—PC Magazine, 5 June 2025
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Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 6 June 2025
In the mid-1990s, Lacob invested in the American Basketball League, a women’s professional competitor to the brand-new WNBA, and purchased the operating rights to one of its franchises, the San Jose Lasers.
—Matt Craig, Forbes.com, 6 June 2025
As a brand-new observatory, the JWST brought unexpected challenges.
—Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 5 June 2025
That means that these handhelds have access to a wealth of classics and brand-new AAA releases, though that doesn’t mean every game will run on the handhelds.
—PC Magazine, 5 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for brand-new
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Walk into the reception of the Sports Technology Institute at Loughborough University and your eyes are drawn immediately to a pristine glass cabinet on the left.—
Liam Tharme,
New York Times,
8 June 2025
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His pristine basketball sneakers were oddly bright in a room that has since receded into shadow in my memory.—
Danielle Ofri,
New Yorker,
7 June 2025
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First discovered: 4 p.m. June 5 Initial location: Nevada County, Calif. Fire type: Wildfire Fire name: Brockway A new wildfire was reported today at 4 p.m. in Nevada County.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
6 June 2025
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The hitmaker returned to the ceremony in 2025, debuting a new look on the red carpet.—
Michael Nied,
People.com,
6 June 2025
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The parade features glowing floats, favorite characters like Moana and Miguel, and dreamy lighting led by the Blue Fairy. Expect nostalgic nods to the Main Street Electrical Parade, plus fresh sparkle with Mickey and friends in new shimmering outfits.—
Megan duBois,
Southern Living,
13 June 2025
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Lots of bezel settings, bright bold colored gemstones, and fresh takes on timeless pearls.—
Thomas Waller,
Footwear News,
13 June 2025
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“Brand-new.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/brand-new. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.
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