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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
Although companies are racing to build the world’s first commercial-scale quantum computers, the hurdle is not their creation but their rollout.
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Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 26 May 2026
Barnes has worked at the intersection of content creation and brand partnerships with a variety of retailers and brands including Nordstrom, Revolve, Tommy Hilfiger, Ferragamo, David Yurman and Skims, among others.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 26 May 2026
Voiced by series creator, writer, director, and executive producer Seth MacFarlane, Ted is a hilariously foul-mouthed character and a magical fantasy creation born from the wishes of his owner John (Max Burkholder).
—Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 26 May 2026
So there is a crucial balance between cost-saving cuts and the creation of a death spiral.
—Mercury News & East Bay Times Editorial Boards, Mercury News, 26 May 2026
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Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 26 May 2026
Barnes has worked at the intersection of content creation and brand partnerships with a variety of retailers and brands including Nordstrom, Revolve, Tommy Hilfiger, Ferragamo, David Yurman and Skims, among others.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 26 May 2026
Voiced by series creator, writer, director, and executive producer Seth MacFarlane, Ted is a hilariously foul-mouthed character and a magical fantasy creation born from the wishes of his owner John (Max Burkholder).
—Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 26 May 2026
So there is a crucial balance between cost-saving cuts and the creation of a death spiral.
—Mercury News & East Bay Times Editorial Boards, Mercury News, 26 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for creation
Noun
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Similar startups are taking root in states that have made room for this kind of innovation.—
Iulia Lupse,
Sun Sentinel,
24 May 2026
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Absent the lush melancholy of classic synth-pop, what Hervé and Amato had in common with their forbears was a spirit of innovation rooted in profound laziness.—
Walden Green,
Pitchfork,
23 May 2026
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There’s something that just feels right about being in Macca’s universe, any time a clarinet shows up.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
23 May 2026
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The big-screen adaptation of the popular Disney+ show doesn't feature another familiar component of the Star Wars universe — the iconic opening crawl.—
Emlyn Travis,
Entertainment Weekly,
23 May 2026
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Shopping around, comparing weekly ads, and taking advantage of promotions can add up to meaningful savings over the course of a month.—
Saman Shafiq,
USA Today,
26 May 2026
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Kyle Fletcher’s return, Adam Copeland and Christian Cage won the tag titles, Tay Melo and Anna Jay appeared to be new challengers for the women’s tag team titles against Megan Bayne and Lena Kross, hell, Eddie Kingston and Mance Warner helped thwart off Shane Taylor promotions.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
26 May 2026
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Flash flooding, storm surge, wildfires and intensifying hurricanes are not partisan inventions — they are documented, measurable and accelerating.—
Anna V. Eskamani,
The Orlando Sentinel,
24 May 2026
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That’s why the Tribune is taking a look back at what the Chicago area and the state of Illinois have uniquely contributed to the nation — and the world — from scientific inventions and pioneering businesses to food, culture, sports and transportation modernizations.—
Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
23 May 2026
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Matthew Cole Raises the Alarm Our world has been flooded by a deluge of digital platforms, their ceaseless flow submerging our daily lives.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 May 2026
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Those subtle details make a huge difference in both worlds.—
Bruce Feldman,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
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Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more.—
Ashley Strickland,
CNN Money,
23 May 2026
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Rebecca Hall, Gael Garcia Bernal, Noomi Rapace, and Beanie Feldstein all star in The End Of It, which follows Claire, a performance artist who, thanks to advancements in medicine, has reached the age of 250.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
22 May 2026
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Last fall, former Chief Floyd Mitchell openly criticized the stringent nature of federal court oversight while resigning from the department after just a year and a half on the job, leaving the agency searching for a new leader for at least the 10th time since 2015.—
Jakob Rodgers,
Mercury News,
28 May 2026
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Asked about her son’s uncanny focus and attention to detail, his mom mentioned Malachi’s artistic nature.—
Bruce Feldman,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
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“Creation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/creation. Accessed 31 May. 2026.
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