as in invention
something (as a device) created for the first time through the use of the imagination
this latest coinage from the minds who gave us the MP3 player
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Recent Examples of coinage
However, there is precedent for a living president on coinage.
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Gabe Whisnant, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Oct. 2025
The Saint-Gaudens design of Lady Liberty with torch and olive branch is arguably the most iconic US coinage ever struck, with the eagle on the reverse a masterstroke of neoclassical style.
—Clem Chambers, Forbes.com, 26 Aug. 2025
There were a few coinages in the script, but 90 percent of the language is real.
—Seth Abramovitch, HollywoodReporter, 14 Aug. 2025
The imposing building, which currently lies empty, was once home to the facility that manufactured Britain’s coinage.
—Sophie Tanno, CNN Money, 10 Aug. 2025
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Gabe Whisnant, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Oct. 2025
The Saint-Gaudens design of Lady Liberty with torch and olive branch is arguably the most iconic US coinage ever struck, with the eagle on the reverse a masterstroke of neoclassical style.
—Clem Chambers, Forbes.com, 26 Aug. 2025
There were a few coinages in the script, but 90 percent of the language is real.
—Seth Abramovitch, HollywoodReporter, 14 Aug. 2025
The imposing building, which currently lies empty, was once home to the facility that manufactured Britain’s coinage.
—Sophie Tanno, CNN Money, 10 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for coinage
Noun
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Some adolescents may need therapy or other inventions from mental health professionals, says Skeer.—
Jillian Pretzel,
Parents,
11 Apr. 2026
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His invention was modestly successful, acquired by Monsanto but ultimately rejected by the public for its subpar taste.—
Alison Herman,
Variety,
9 Apr. 2026
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McRae was deeply involved in economic development and improvements in education and developed a national reputation for innovation.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
11 Apr. 2026
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If your company values innovation, hire people who challenge ideas and push for creative solutions — not just those who agree with everything.—
Karla Vallecillo,
Hartford Courant,
11 Apr. 2026
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The creation of this content included the use of AI based on templates created, reviewed and edited by journalists in the newsroom.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Apr. 2026
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In some areas of the state, county leaders say allowing the creation of data centers can help to diversify the tax revenue away from industries like agriculture, oil, and gas.—
Christa Swanson,
CBS News,
7 Apr. 2026
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“Coinage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coinage. Accessed 14 Apr. 2026.
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