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as in innovation
something (as a device) created for the first time through the use of the imagination
Dr. Frankenstein was divinely proud of his creation, at least at first
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as in promotion
a raising or a state of being raised to a higher rank or position
the creation of an unprecedented number of new cardinals by the pope
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Recent Examples of creation
Her creations most recently made an appearance at the 2025 Met Gala, with celebs such as Lewis Hamilton and Jeff Goldblum rocking her looks.
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Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 21 Oct. 2025
In November 2024, Owens' family and friends announced the creation of the Standing in the Gap Fund in honor of Owens.
—Christopher Rudolph, PEOPLE, 21 Oct. 2025
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, 20 Oct. 2025
The track list mostly comprises songs from Springsteen’s classic 1982 album, Nebraska, as the movie centers around the creation of that LP.
—Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 20 Oct. 2025
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Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 21 Oct. 2025
In November 2024, Owens' family and friends announced the creation of the Standing in the Gap Fund in honor of Owens.
—Christopher Rudolph, PEOPLE, 21 Oct. 2025
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, 20 Oct. 2025
The track list mostly comprises songs from Springsteen’s classic 1982 album, Nebraska, as the movie centers around the creation of that LP.
—Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 20 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for creation
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However, as China ruthlessly pursues independent innovation, domestic substitution of imports has become a policy priority to ensure tech self-sufficiency in critical industries.—
Ni Tao,
Interesting Engineering,
21 Oct. 2025
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One of his innovations in the new space is Fresh Out of the Box, a shelf holding books that are newly unboxed without anyone knowing the contents.—
Mary Ann Grossmann,
Twin Cities,
20 Oct. 2025
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The category remains key for companies and consumers — the main driver of business in the luxury sector hopefully offering a way to reverse slumping sales and a way for consumers to enter a brand’s universe at more accessible prices.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
15 Oct. 2025
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Lauryn Hill and D’Angelo were like twin stars birthing a new R&B universe in the late 1990s.—
Gil Kaufman,
Billboard,
15 Oct. 2025
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Now, after the window has closed and there is more stability in the squad, Cifuentes hopes his side can settle down and mount a consistent challenge for promotion.—
Rob Tanner,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
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Grace’s sudden promotion creates many job openings in the new administration, chief among them her old gig.—
Alison Herman,
Variety,
16 Oct. 2025
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Lauder’s interest in beauty and design fueled the invention of Aerin, a furniture, fashion and home decor brand, and later, Aerin Beauty.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
20 Oct. 2025
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Mom’s invention was called the Toobe.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
20 Oct. 2025
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The shock over Tiger Woods' latest back surgery has not left the golf world.—
Julio Cesar Valdera Morales,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 Oct. 2025
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What does Manny’s story and world look like this season without Gabriela there?—
Alamin Yohannes,
Entertainment Weekly,
18 Oct. 2025
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Private investments in nuclear energy have also soared within the last year, with major tech companies including Google, Meta, and Amazon racing to secure enough power for their AI advancements.—
Christian Datoc,
The Washington Examiner,
17 Oct. 2025
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Meta said this partnership is the latest step in bringing technological advancements from the world of AI to Formula 1 and its global fan base.—
Kanika Talwar,
Footwear News,
17 Oct. 2025
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The goal of that process, according to the state, would be to work with the community in exploring the nature of their cancer concern, provide education, and, if appropriate, provide epidemiological information.—
Laura Bauer,
Kansas City Star,
17 Oct. 2025
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Dæmons seem to be an outward manifestation of the complex nature of humans that encompasses, male, female and animalistic characteristics that hint towards the breaking of gender binaries and the possibilities of interspecies relations.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
17 Oct. 2025
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“Creation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/creation. Accessed 23 Oct. 2025.
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