as in advanced
being or employing the latest concepts, styles, or techniques
his insistent tracking shots and rapid-fire pacing earned him a reputation as a cutting-edge filmmaker
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as in vanguard
the innovators of new concepts, styles, and techniques especially in the arts
an urban enclave that has an established reputation for being hospitable to artists who are part of the cutting edge
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as in forefront
the leading or most important part of a movement
a company that has always been on the cutting edge of the new electronic media
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Recent Examples of cutting-edge
Brian Westover, PC Magazine, 24 May 2025
As time goes by, Ruth's has settled into itself as a place with consistent, if not cutting edge, food.
—Keith Pandolfi, The Enquirer, 26 June 2025
President Donald Trump says his U.S. tariff policies - which have rattled global trade, supply chains and financial markets - are designed to encourage American manufacturing of cutting edge technology products and military equipment rather than apparel and sneakers.
—Swapna Venugopal Ramaswamy, USA Today, 27 May 2025
After cutting edge surgery Angela Sutphin is without excruciating pain in her right arm and can get a full night’s sleep.
—Pamela McLoughlin, Hartford Courant, 20 June 2025
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Noun
Today's cutting edge becomes tomorrow's baseline, and as powerful AI works its way into more devices and apps, the hardware that drives it all will go from niche to mainstream.
—Brian Westover, PC Magazine, 24 May 2025
As time goes by, Ruth's has settled into itself as a place with consistent, if not cutting edge, food.
—Keith Pandolfi, The Enquirer, 26 June 2025
President Donald Trump says his U.S. tariff policies - which have rattled global trade, supply chains and financial markets - are designed to encourage American manufacturing of cutting edge technology products and military equipment rather than apparel and sneakers.
—Swapna Venugopal Ramaswamy, USA Today, 27 May 2025
After cutting edge surgery Angela Sutphin is without excruciating pain in her right arm and can get a full night’s sleep.
—Pamela McLoughlin, Hartford Courant, 20 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cutting-edge
Adjective
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And as the study shows, adding just one new use case or increasing frequency of use can quickly move teams toward more advanced performance, without needing a major investment.—
Ron Schmelzer,
Forbes.com,
20 July 2025
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From planting trees after every project to implementing advanced insulation systems and solar integration, Good Earth Builders is leading the way in eco-conscious development, proving that responsible construction is both possible and necessary.—
Connie Etemadi,
USA Today,
19 July 2025
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Lalonde was key in developing a unique strategy that brought the group’s vanguard brands B&B Italia, Flos, Louis Poulsen, Maxalto, Arclinea and Azucena under one roof.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
27 June 2025
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The multi-media vanguard is now channeling his creative vision into telling authentic stories of Black love through independent filmmaking.—
Maia Niguel Hoskin,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2025
Noun
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When inclusion, trust, and accessibility are at the forefront, these spaces offer a different kind of value.—
Melissa Houston,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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As in other countries, e-commerce platforms like Temu, Lazada, Shopee, and TikTok Shop have been at the forefront of this trend.—
Mayu Saini,
Sourcing Journal,
14 July 2025
Adjective
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Commissioner of Indian Affairs John Collier took a more progressive approach to Native issues.—
Debra Utacia Krol,
AZCentral.com,
13 July 2025
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Last season, 33 per cent of his total carries in the Premier League were progressive, defined as carries greater than five metres and move the ball at least five metres towards the opposition goal — only Jeremy Doku (38 per cent) had a higher share among players who played at least 900 minutes.—
David Ornstein,
New York Times,
11 July 2025
Noun
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In making that case, the mayor has touted how some crime categories have trended downward under his leadership, including underground.—
Evan Simko-Bednarski,
New York Daily News,
16 July 2025
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Others are hidden in some of the game's most out-of-the-way underground crevices and practically require the use of collectible in-game treasure maps to find.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
16 July 2025
Noun
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But the company was not always on the leading edge.—
Pete Born,
Footwear News,
15 June 2025
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The United States must develop a ten-year strategic computational initiative, investing $100 billion in research and development of computing platforms at the leading edge.—
Deborah Wince-Smith,
Forbes,
21 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Dora Maar, Sabine Weiss and Lee Miller were early pioneers of photography affording these exceptional women independent careers.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
15 July 2025
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This achievement serves as a clear testament to the hard work and dedication Choi has invested in becoming a pioneer in reducing health disparities and improving access to health services.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
12 July 2025
Adjective
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In advance of this month’s release of the Happy Gilmore 2, Callaway Golf has unveiled a new limited edition Odyssey hockey stick putter and golf balls inspired by the movie, which showcases the return of funnyman Adam Sandler as a failed hockey player turned unconventional golfer.—
Erik Matuszewski,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
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Despite financial insecurity, both parents encouraged their daughters to pursue their dreams, however unconventional — their feminist, progressive spirit guided Earhart like a compass.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
11 July 2025
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