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as in inventions
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 universes
the whole body of things observed or assumed
an unshakable belief in a primal source, a fount of all creation
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as in promotions
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 creations
The menu at Eggroll Company puts a creative spin on classic egg rolls with oversized, fried-to-order creations packed with bold fillings.
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Evan Moore
may 13, Charlotte Observer, 13 May 2026
Jontay Kahm—a rising Plains Cree designer—brought the drama with his sculptural creations.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 11 May 2026
These horological creations are experiencing something of a renaissance, particularly among younger collectors.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 11 May 2026
Denny’s Denny’s is the place to visit for outrageous creations.
—Fielding Buck, Oc Register, 8 May 2026
Dishes like chili, soup, and stew heat more uniformly and safely than dryer creations such as beef or pork roasts or sausage and potatoes.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 May 2026
Dutch-process cocoa is more neutral and gives a darker look to baked goods like rich chocolate cakes, devil's food cake, brownie pudding and other brownie creations, along with sauces like chocolate gravy or creamy hot chocolate.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 7 May 2026
Who can resist the urge to look at celebs competing for attention with increasingly far-out creations, the inevitable result of unlimited cash and insider fashion access?
—Merle Ginsberg, HollywoodReporter, 5 May 2026
For Baumgarten, all these creations reveal DNM’s sustaining love for their artistic species.
—Guillermo Perez, Miami Herald, 5 May 2026
Evan Moore
may 13, Charlotte Observer, 13 May 2026
Jontay Kahm—a rising Plains Cree designer—brought the drama with his sculptural creations.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 11 May 2026
These horological creations are experiencing something of a renaissance, particularly among younger collectors.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 11 May 2026
Denny’s Denny’s is the place to visit for outrageous creations.
—Fielding Buck, Oc Register, 8 May 2026
Dishes like chili, soup, and stew heat more uniformly and safely than dryer creations such as beef or pork roasts or sausage and potatoes.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 May 2026
Dutch-process cocoa is more neutral and gives a darker look to baked goods like rich chocolate cakes, devil's food cake, brownie pudding and other brownie creations, along with sauces like chocolate gravy or creamy hot chocolate.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 7 May 2026
Who can resist the urge to look at celebs competing for attention with increasingly far-out creations, the inevitable result of unlimited cash and insider fashion access?
—Merle Ginsberg, HollywoodReporter, 5 May 2026
For Baumgarten, all these creations reveal DNM’s sustaining love for their artistic species.
—Guillermo Perez, Miami Herald, 5 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for creations
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Unlike earlier revolutionary inventions, this one may soon be able to think, adapt and act with a speed and autonomy that dwarfs our own.—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
16 May 2026
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By our count, Americans created or supported 76 of the 100 most important inventions of the past 250 years, from the telegraph and the electric grid to the airplane, the transistor, the personal computer, and generative AI.—
Eric Kutcher,
Fortune,
13 May 2026
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Rather than relying solely on observations, researchers can now experiment within detailed virtual universes — adjusting physical assumptions, testing predictions and uncovering patterns that might otherwise remain hidden.—
Samantha Mathewson,
Space.com,
6 May 2026
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Two films, two aesthetic universes, and most importantly, two wardrobes that have clearly never spoken to each other.—
Maddalena Gomez,
Vanity Fair,
27 Apr. 2026
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To celebrate, Hard Rock has promotions, new memorabilia and great live music in the spotlight this weekend.—
Philip Potempa,
Chicago Tribune,
13 May 2026
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Leadership advancement typically reflected that model, with promotions tied to budget responsibility, reporting scope, and the size of the teams under supervision.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
12 May 2026
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By the mid-19th century, Americans were patenting innovations at a rate several times that of Britain’s per capita rate.—
David H. Hsu,
Fortune,
11 May 2026
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The American Innovation $1 Coin Program began in 2018 and honors groundbreaking innovations and the people behind them.—
Nicole Buss,
Sacbee.com,
11 May 2026
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Studios global rights to develop characters and worlds from Gripp’s full catalog.—
Diana Lodderhose,
Deadline,
14 May 2026
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Parents may not need the nightly news to remind them to locate their children anymore — there are apps for that now — but there are many ways for kids to feel unmoored, whether in analog or digital worlds.—
Emily McClanathan,
Chicago Tribune,
14 May 2026
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The increasing autonomy of UAVs, enabled by advancements in AI, further complicates the ethical landscape.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
8 May 2026
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Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more.—
Jacopo Prisco,
CNN Money,
8 May 2026
Noun
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These observations suggest that small, mysterious moons with surprisingly different natures are the source of the particles that make up the two outermost rings, and that there are probably even more undiscovered moons to add to the 29 already known around Uranus.—
Keith Cooper,
Space.com,
22 Apr. 2026
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Last month, a Los Angeles jury found social media giants Meta and Google failed to warn children about the addictive natures of their platforms.—
Drew Aunkst,
CBS News,
21 Apr. 2026
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“Creations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/creations. Accessed 18 May. 2026.
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