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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 Air Jordan 11’s series of 30th anniversary releases will enter its second and most prolific month with five brand-new colorways releasing.
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Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 24 Oct. 2025
Per the company, brand-new elements were designed for Sloth’s pirate hat and bandana, and Mama Fratelli’s hair and beret.
—Borys Kit, HollywoodReporter, 24 Oct. 2025
No trick, a new treat is coming as a brand-new destination at AvidXchange Music Factory celebrates its grand opening on Halloween!
—Avidxchange Music Factory, Charlotte Observer, 24 Oct. 2025
Between the timing and Elsbeth spotting a shiny, brand-new replacement for Johnny’s beat-up old harness and carabiner, the jig is up, giving Elsbeth a moment to shine on the set of Raquel’s Behind the Black Veil interview, prosecuting her case in the persona of a reality-show host.
—Sophie Brookover, Vulture, 24 Oct. 2025
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Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 24 Oct. 2025
Per the company, brand-new elements were designed for Sloth’s pirate hat and bandana, and Mama Fratelli’s hair and beret.
—Borys Kit, HollywoodReporter, 24 Oct. 2025
No trick, a new treat is coming as a brand-new destination at AvidXchange Music Factory celebrates its grand opening on Halloween!
—Avidxchange Music Factory, Charlotte Observer, 24 Oct. 2025
Between the timing and Elsbeth spotting a shiny, brand-new replacement for Johnny’s beat-up old harness and carabiner, the jig is up, giving Elsbeth a moment to shine on the set of Raquel’s Behind the Black Veil interview, prosecuting her case in the persona of a reality-show host.
—Sophie Brookover, Vulture, 24 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for brand-new
Adjective
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To get your bathtub pristine white again, avoid using bleach, ammonia, or super abrasive chemicals.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
28 Oct. 2025
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South of Tampa and North of Sarasota, the small island town has a lowkey energy and pristine beaches.—
Lydia Price,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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After being integrated, this system will demonstrate its capabilities in live-fire tests – advancing the Department of War’s effort to evaluate and accelerate new, cost-effective strike capabilities for conventional deterrence.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
27 Oct. 2025
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Fifth Third Bank is also looking to open a new branch on Golden Bear Gateway near Costco in December, O'Meara said.—
Andy Humbles,
Nashville Tennessean,
27 Oct. 2025
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Loloi Magnolia Home by Joanna Gaines Area Rug Looking for a low-lift way to make a space feel fresh for fall?—
Averi Baudler,
PEOPLE,
28 Oct. 2025
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The hoisin sauce adds glossy sweetness and umami depth, while fresh ginger brightens things up.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 Oct. 2025
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“Brand-new.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/brand-new. Accessed 30 Oct. 2025.
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