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as in founder
a person who establishes a whole new field of endeavor
although some people see Freud as the creator of psychology, that isn't really true
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Recent Examples of creator
The most successful creators increasingly resemble media companies rather than influencers.
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Ian Shepherd, Forbes.com, 14 June 2026
For solo creators, this means monitoring and adjusting shots from angles that would otherwise need a second pair of hands.
—Omar Kardoudi
june 11, New Atlas, 11 June 2026
The former Northwestern standout is playing at an All-Star level, threading the line between scorer and creator.
—Nathan Canilao, Mercury News, 10 June 2026
Graves made the revelation in an Instagram interview in which content creator Joe Bonham asked him his Cane's order.
—Teresa Mull, FOXNews.com, 10 June 2026
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Ian Shepherd, Forbes.com, 14 June 2026
For solo creators, this means monitoring and adjusting shots from angles that would otherwise need a second pair of hands.
—Omar Kardoudi
june 11, New Atlas, 11 June 2026
The former Northwestern standout is playing at an All-Star level, threading the line between scorer and creator.
—Nathan Canilao, Mercury News, 10 June 2026
Graves made the revelation in an Instagram interview in which content creator Joe Bonham asked him his Cane's order.
—Teresa Mull, FOXNews.com, 10 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for creator
Noun
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Misha Sher, a sports marketing expert and founder of One of Not Many, agreed.—
Tom Burrows,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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The dessert quickly became popular locally before eventually catching the attention of McDonald's founder Ray Kroc as the company searched for a signature dessert offering.—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
16 June 2026
Noun
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The James Beard Foundation was founded in 1986 and is named for the legendary cookbook author who has been called America’s first foodie.—
Jeanne Bonner,
CNN Money,
16 June 2026
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The foundation’s media awards, honoring cookbook authors, journalists and other media professionals, were presented Saturday, June 13.—
Brock Keeling,
Daily News,
16 June 2026
Noun
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In the years since, Harry, 41, has made several short trips back to the UK, most notably attending the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II in 2022 and his father King Charles III’s coronation in 2023.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
18 June 2026
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My brother in-law was an incredible husband and an amazing father to their boys.—
Natalie Neysa Alund,
USA Today,
18 June 2026
Noun
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Billionaire inventor Sir Nicholas Webb has built a quantum computer called Theia, which helps MI6 foil dozens of threats.—
Gieson Cacho,
Mercury News,
17 June 2026
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Sterling Elliott was an accomplished inventor, businessman, politician, publisher, and social activist.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
16 June 2026
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“Creator.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/creator. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
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