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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 Grammy-winning South African singer, 24, is set to make her Disney debut, lending her voice to the brand-new character, the Inflatable Flamingo, created exclusively for a version of the film to screen across Sub-Saharan Africa.
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Lily Brown, PEOPLE, 9 June 2026
Next year, the theme park will be dropping a brand-new ride that’s already breaking world records.
—Molly Burford, Southern Living, 9 June 2026
Those dollars were spent under the brand-new turf.
—Tara Molina, CBS News, 9 June 2026
That's why dandelions are all-stars at establishing brand-new plants across thin, weak lawns, open garden soil, and even cracks in the sidewalk.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 June 2026
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Lily Brown, PEOPLE, 9 June 2026
Next year, the theme park will be dropping a brand-new ride that’s already breaking world records.
—Molly Burford, Southern Living, 9 June 2026
Those dollars were spent under the brand-new turf.
—Tara Molina, CBS News, 9 June 2026
That's why dandelions are all-stars at establishing brand-new plants across thin, weak lawns, open garden soil, and even cracks in the sidewalk.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for brand-new
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Platja des Carbó, Mallorca A quieter, undeveloped stretch reached by a short coastal walk, Es Carbó offers pristine sands and uninterrupted horizons.—
Jamie Carter,
Space.com,
7 June 2026
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This pristine marine wonderland is home to over 450 species of marine life, including the world-famous whale sharks, as well as 250 diverse coral species.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2026
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Students at Diablo Valley College in Pleasant Hill designed and 3D-printed a new version of the vuvuzela, the loud plastic horn that became infamous during past international soccer tournaments.—
Kenny Choi,
CBS News,
12 June 2026
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Morgan and Tilis have other potential extensions to sort out over the next few months, as cornerback Mike Jackson and quarterback Bryce Young are among potential candidates for new deals.—
Mike Kaye,
Charlotte Observer,
12 June 2026
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That collaboration extends to travelers too—hosting group dinners, film screenings, and community events on the farm that bring fresh energy to his hometown.—
Arati Menon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 June 2026
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Wildland is always bustling, with patrons lining up for fresh pastries and coffee, as well as high-quality breakfast and lunch eats.—
Dyana Lederman,
Travel + Leisure,
7 June 2026
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“Brand-new.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/brand-new. Accessed 13 Jun. 2026.
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