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as in innovative
having the skill and imagination to create new things
Thomas Edison's status as perhaps America's greatest creative genius
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as in imaginative
showing a noteworthy use of the imagination and creativity especially in inventing
always coming up with creative ways to use hamburger
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a creative genius
an artistic genius
an imaginative genius
an innovative genius
a visionary genius
an inventive genius
creative solutions
imaginative solutions
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creative thinking
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Recent Examples of creative
Tampa Bay Lightning Without a first-rounder, Tampa was going to have to get creative to find value and depth in this draft.
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Michael Gallagher, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 June 2025
The future of brand experiences will run on AI, not for the sake of technology, but as a creative partner in storytelling, experiential design and emotional connection.
—Clara Ludmir, Forbes.com, 18 June 2025
The pair ended up speaking for two hours about so much — including motherhood and wondering where their creative paths were headed — and by the end, Coppola asked her to join the film.
—Jenelle Riley, Variety, 18 June 2025
Maybe by sharing their creative talents or bright ideas to entertain or enlighten us.
—Scott Maxwell, The Orlando Sentinel, 18 June 2025
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Michael Gallagher, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 June 2025
The future of brand experiences will run on AI, not for the sake of technology, but as a creative partner in storytelling, experiential design and emotional connection.
—Clara Ludmir, Forbes.com, 18 June 2025
The pair ended up speaking for two hours about so much — including motherhood and wondering where their creative paths were headed — and by the end, Coppola asked her to join the film.
—Jenelle Riley, Variety, 18 June 2025
Maybe by sharing their creative talents or bright ideas to entertain or enlighten us.
—Scott Maxwell, The Orlando Sentinel, 18 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for creative
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Today, Valencia’s rich ceramic heritage is being reinvented by innovative artisans such as Ana Illueca and Raquel Vidal and Pedro Paz of Canoa Lab, whose work is available to view and purchase through studio visits.—
Elizabeth Bennett,
Vogue,
20 June 2025
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That translates to seeking inspiration and motivation from artistic heritage through innovative methods.—
Chadd Scott,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2025
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Meanwhile, Florida’s response to homelessness this year has been imaginative.—
Eric Gray,
The Orlando Sentinel,
22 June 2025
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The Spa There is no spa at The Six Bells Country Inn. Family-friendly Offerings The Six Bells is very family friendly, especially for toddlers or young children, simply as a result of its imaginative design.—
Jess Feldman,
Travel + Leisure,
20 June 2025
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Midtown newcomers Majka and Kin Thai were added to the guide earlier this spring for their inventive menus and strong community roots.—
Keyla Vasconcellos,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2025
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The film is a marvel, with a cornucopia of inventive gags and a story that captures the heartbreak and hilarity of growing up.—
Barry Levitt,
Time,
26 June 2025
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Even the cleverest plans leave room for a little improvisation.—
Jack Lang,
New York Times,
22 June 2025
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Part of the demand is perhaps driven by a clever sales tactic.—
Annette Choi,
CNN Money,
21 June 2025
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“Creative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/creative. Accessed 5 Jul. 2025.
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