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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
His creations such as the iconic buckle pumps famously worn by Catherine Deneuve in the 1967 film Belle de Jour have been worn by Joséphine Baker, Queen Elizabeth II, and Brigitte Bardot.
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Shelby Comroe, InStyle, 25 Feb. 2026
Christian theology decreed that God must be greater than any of his creations — the only true infinity, bigger than any number.
—Joseph Howlett, Quanta Magazine, 25 Feb. 2026
After a landmark year for cowboy boots in 2025, fueled by Beyoncé Knowles-Carter and more pop culture forces, brands are keeping the momentum going with fresh creations proving Western boots are year-round shoes.
—Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 24 Feb. 2026
The event will enable children ages 9-12 to explore optical illusions by experimenting with magnifying glasses and mirrors to bend light, create effects and use Oculus Quest VR headsets to brew potions, mix chemistry compounds and conjure creations.
—La Jolla Light, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Feb. 2026
Hot and iced coffee is also on the menu, including a variety of blends and single origin coffees, coffee house classics, and instagrammable creations, along with seasonal and flavored options.
—Pamela Brown, Hartford Courant, 24 Feb. 2026
Adventurous eaters can opt for playful house creations like unicorn dream (vanilla with Pixy Stix dust and Nerds), lavender white chocolate, or pink mother load—a pink vanilla-almond base loaded with cookies and chocolate chips.
—Karla Walsh, Travel + Leisure, 22 Feb. 2026
For all their inclusion of recognizable objects, Rauschenberg’s creations are often titled as inscrutably as works by surrealists and abstract expressionists.
—Scott Cantrell, Dallas Morning News, 21 Feb. 2026
Lawrence, who serves as executive producer on the new incarnation, can also see a parallel between his path and that of his fictional creations.
—Los Angeles Times, 20 Feb. 2026
Shelby Comroe, InStyle, 25 Feb. 2026
Christian theology decreed that God must be greater than any of his creations — the only true infinity, bigger than any number.
—Joseph Howlett, Quanta Magazine, 25 Feb. 2026
After a landmark year for cowboy boots in 2025, fueled by Beyoncé Knowles-Carter and more pop culture forces, brands are keeping the momentum going with fresh creations proving Western boots are year-round shoes.
—Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 24 Feb. 2026
The event will enable children ages 9-12 to explore optical illusions by experimenting with magnifying glasses and mirrors to bend light, create effects and use Oculus Quest VR headsets to brew potions, mix chemistry compounds and conjure creations.
—La Jolla Light, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Feb. 2026
Hot and iced coffee is also on the menu, including a variety of blends and single origin coffees, coffee house classics, and instagrammable creations, along with seasonal and flavored options.
—Pamela Brown, Hartford Courant, 24 Feb. 2026
Adventurous eaters can opt for playful house creations like unicorn dream (vanilla with Pixy Stix dust and Nerds), lavender white chocolate, or pink mother load—a pink vanilla-almond base loaded with cookies and chocolate chips.
—Karla Walsh, Travel + Leisure, 22 Feb. 2026
For all their inclusion of recognizable objects, Rauschenberg’s creations are often titled as inscrutably as works by surrealists and abstract expressionists.
—Scott Cantrell, Dallas Morning News, 21 Feb. 2026
Lawrence, who serves as executive producer on the new incarnation, can also see a parallel between his path and that of his fictional creations.
—Los Angeles Times, 20 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for creations
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On the contrary, even its most outlandish and grotesque inventions are portrayed tastefully, with a sheen of aesthetic refinement that turns the most intensely emotional moments into emblems of emotion.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
18 Feb. 2026
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In the early 1800s, as inventions like the Spinning Jenny and the steam engine reshaped Britain and soon the world, old mills were suddenly able to produce more goods than ever.—
Eva Roytburg,
Fortune,
17 Feb. 2026
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Of course, one of the heaviest complications was being so lucky when so many others around us had lost their memories, their universes, their lives, even.—
Leonora Epstein,
Architectural Digest,
20 Feb. 2026
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Americans are living in parallel AI universes.—
Lila Shroff,
The Atlantic,
17 Feb. 2026
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About 3 out of every 4 diners said that daily specials, discounts or value promotions matter when choosing where to dine or order takeout, according to the National Restaurant Association's annual State of the Restaurant Industry report.—
Amelia Lucas,
CNBC,
25 Feb. 2026
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Options for 2026 include One Magical Weekend, Bear Jamboree, Girls in Wonderland and Pride Cup, a set of athletic competitions, and other nightclub promotions.—
Dewayne Bevil,
The Orlando Sentinel,
25 Feb. 2026
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Larger chains and brands are also offering refillable options and other innovations.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
23 Feb. 2026
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Gómez said the plan is to keep releasing two collections a year under this umbrella to restate the brand’s authority in R&D, making sure these innovations answer to criteria such as being ready to market and scalable.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
23 Feb. 2026
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The same telescope will likely reveal Saturn’s rings and Jupiter’s cloud bands, transforming them from bright dots into distinct worlds.—
Jamie Carter,
Space.com,
26 Feb. 2026
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This one is made from an all-weather plastic material that mimics the look of real wood, giving you the best of both worlds.—
Melanie Fincher,
Southern Living,
26 Feb. 2026
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While significant advancements have been made in harvesting this power, existing technologies do not capture the full potential of the entire solar spectrum.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
23 Feb. 2026
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Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more.—
Jacopo Prisco,
CNN Money,
23 Feb. 2026
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But Lau wonders whether Horses will be able to avoid conflict, due to their inherent independent natures.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Feb. 2026
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Hval’s restless melodies and at-times Proustian lyrics trail cigarette smoke or the fragrance of roses toward litanies of memory, all the while deconstructing the very natures of stage performance, recording technology, and digital existence.—
Jenn Pelly,
Time,
4 Dec. 2025
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“Creations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/creations. Accessed 2 Mar. 2026.
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