as in founders
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 creators
Webster is often described as a top expert in understanding listener behaviors and helping creators and networks build sustainable, high-reach audio content.
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Frank Racioppi, Forbes.com, 25 May 2026
The creators assure us that even the keychains with Level 3 are designed to be easy and intuitive to use, with locking and unlocking taking just one second.
—Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 25 May 2026
Some TikTok text-to-song creators have already put their songs on Spotify, despite some of the open questions regarding copyright that Suno creators are facing.
—Nathan Brackett, Rolling Stone, 25 May 2026
In perfect Deborah Vance fashion, the creators of Hacks are trying to preserve the show with a physical media release.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 25 May 2026
Puente said the sessions focused on the rapidly shifting media landscape and the challenges facing content creators and distributors as viewing habits continue to fragment.
—Lou Ponsi, Oc Register, 25 May 2026
Barker, a first-time director, is part of a subset of YouTube creators who have achieved mainstream success at the box office.
—Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 24 May 2026
YouTube partnered with French distributor MK2 for a Friday-night beach party attended by creators including Markiplier and Creator Camp founder Max Reisinger.
—Dana Harris-Bridson, IndieWire, 18 May 2026
But series creators Brian Donovan and Ed Herro have added their unique stamp to make it very much their own.
—Ars Technica, 24 Dec. 2024
Frank Racioppi, Forbes.com, 25 May 2026
The creators assure us that even the keychains with Level 3 are designed to be easy and intuitive to use, with locking and unlocking taking just one second.
—Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 25 May 2026
Some TikTok text-to-song creators have already put their songs on Spotify, despite some of the open questions regarding copyright that Suno creators are facing.
—Nathan Brackett, Rolling Stone, 25 May 2026
In perfect Deborah Vance fashion, the creators of Hacks are trying to preserve the show with a physical media release.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 25 May 2026
Puente said the sessions focused on the rapidly shifting media landscape and the challenges facing content creators and distributors as viewing habits continue to fragment.
—Lou Ponsi, Oc Register, 25 May 2026
Barker, a first-time director, is part of a subset of YouTube creators who have achieved mainstream success at the box office.
—Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 24 May 2026
YouTube partnered with French distributor MK2 for a Friday-night beach party attended by creators including Markiplier and Creator Camp founder Max Reisinger.
—Dana Harris-Bridson, IndieWire, 18 May 2026
But series creators Brian Donovan and Ed Herro have added their unique stamp to make it very much their own.
—Ars Technica, 24 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for creators
Noun
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Online platforms constantly optimize for user attention, making founders prime targets due to their influence and resources.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
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Nonprofits are typically created when their founders file paperwork with state authorities.—
Sarah Webber,
Fortune,
24 May 2026
Noun
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Or because the research may have been funded by the CDC and the authors potentially knew or assumed the conclusion they were supposed to reach.—
Ian Miller OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
1 June 2026
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There’s a special book club designed for deep dives with your favorite YA authors, as well as signings, conversations, and workshops.—
Laura Sirikul,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
Noun
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The bar’s signature Brunello Bloody Mary nods to the hotel’s long-standing history as the drink's inventors and remains a house classic, richer and more savory than most, thanks to the wine-forward twist.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Apr. 2026
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His inventions included an efficient alternating generator and a three-phase electrical circuit, according to the Lemelson MIT website devoted to support of modern-day inventors.—
Michael Kilian,
USA Today,
15 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The black-and-white soirée showcased striking runway moments as seniors, wearing gorgeous white dresses, walked arm-in-arm with their fathers in a moving father-daughter presentation.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
28 May 2026
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Both mothers and fathers would be eligible.—
Michael Cuglietta,
The Orlando Sentinel,
28 May 2026
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