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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
The Twins completely turned over their team, sending out nearly 40% of the major league roster and Baldelli had to guide a brand-new clubhouse during the period of change.
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Betsy Helfand, Twin Cities, 27 Sep. 2025
The book features brand-new interviews with surviving Cars members Elliot Easton (guitar), David Robinson (drums), and Greg Hawkes (keyboards), along with many other key figures from the band’s long history.
—Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 26 Sep. 2025
Entertainment Weekly has the exclusive season 41 midseason trailer, which reveals a brand-new twist in the game that is going to spice things up.
—Sydney Bucksbaum, Entertainment Weekly, 25 Sep. 2025
Fast-casual chain Panera Bread has launched a brand-new fall menu that taps into Gilmore Girls nostalgia.
—Suzanne Blake, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Sep. 2025
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Betsy Helfand, Twin Cities, 27 Sep. 2025
The book features brand-new interviews with surviving Cars members Elliot Easton (guitar), David Robinson (drums), and Greg Hawkes (keyboards), along with many other key figures from the band’s long history.
—Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 26 Sep. 2025
Entertainment Weekly has the exclusive season 41 midseason trailer, which reveals a brand-new twist in the game that is going to spice things up.
—Sydney Bucksbaum, Entertainment Weekly, 25 Sep. 2025
Fast-casual chain Panera Bread has launched a brand-new fall menu that taps into Gilmore Girls nostalgia.
—Suzanne Blake, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for brand-new
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Walk the pristine beaches and sway in a hammock over the still waters of the Ionian Sea.—
Gary Portuesi,
Travel + Leisure,
30 Sep. 2025
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Despite sensational claims, no truly pristine stars have been observed.—
Ethan Siegel,
Big Think,
29 Sep. 2025
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Evans said building a new parking garage near downtown would cost over $20 million, and that space is limited in the area for new lots or parking structures.—
Victoria Moorwood,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
29 Sep. 2025
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The show is one of several new offerings on Brilliant Lady, which sailed its maiden voyage in early September, and USA TODAY was among the first to see the show.—
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
29 Sep. 2025
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Things like fresh-to-order omelets, shrimp and grits, and acai bowls have all been on the menu and really set the bar high for hotel breakfast.—
Elliott Harrell,
Southern Living,
29 Sep. 2025
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The plan is to unveil a fresh curation of linens and decor for Nordic Knots Home every season.—
Sydney Gore,
Architectural Digest,
29 Sep. 2025
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“Brand-new.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/brand-new. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.
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