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being or involving the latest methods, concepts, information, or styles
His team engineers futuristic technological gadgets that were once the stuff of science fiction. The newly redesigned car has a sleek, futuristic look.
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Recent Examples of futuristic
To actually get the shares, Musk must meet ambitious targets over the next 10 years for the company’s market value and Tesla’s electric vehicles, as well as his futuristic goals of developing a fleet of robotaxis and an army of humanoid robots.
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Los Angeles Times, 27 May 2026
To actually get the shares, Musk must meet ambitious targets over the next 10 years for the company's market value and Tesla's electric vehicles, as well as his futuristic goals of developing a fleet of robotaxis and an army of humanoid robots.
—ABC News, 27 May 2026
Scientists are experimenting with other futuristic technologies, including genetically modifying the insects themselves.
—Ross Andersen, The Atlantic, 27 May 2026
As far as transmission goes, there’s no better way to keep up the high energy of Chanel’s major Seoul moment with an after party at the futuristic Dongdaemun Design Plaza, where guests and celebrities witnessed electrifying performances by Jennie of Blackpink and Peggy Gou.
—Lee Hyo-Won, Footwear News, 27 May 2026
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Los Angeles Times, 27 May 2026
To actually get the shares, Musk must meet ambitious targets over the next 10 years for the company's market value and Tesla's electric vehicles, as well as his futuristic goals of developing a fleet of robotaxis and an army of humanoid robots.
—ABC News, 27 May 2026
Scientists are experimenting with other futuristic technologies, including genetically modifying the insects themselves.
—Ross Andersen, The Atlantic, 27 May 2026
As far as transmission goes, there’s no better way to keep up the high energy of Chanel’s major Seoul moment with an after party at the futuristic Dongdaemun Design Plaza, where guests and celebrities witnessed electrifying performances by Jennie of Blackpink and Peggy Gou.
—Lee Hyo-Won, Footwear News, 27 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for futuristic
Adjective
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As with the rest of the hotel, rooms and suites blend extreme comfort and modern convenience with antique beauty, atmosphere and brilliant art.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 June 2026
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Heritage varieties act as a genetic backup library, offering traits that modern breeding programs may need to draw on later.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
2 June 2026
Adjective
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One of them, Hip Optical, which touts designer eyewear at non-designer prices, opened earlier this year across from the Apple Store and near True Food Kitchen and BJ’s Brewhouse.—
Howard Cohen,
Miami Herald,
24 May 2024
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The order arrived as a white, non-designer T-shirt, size 2XL.—
Sha Hua,
WSJ,
21 June 2022
Adjective
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Kwok moved across categories, from emerging contemporary artists to established modern and post-war works, building a broad and informed perspective.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
29 May 2026
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The contemporary dance troupe closes out a 20-year run with its final three hometown shows, including works by choreographers Fernando Magadan, Cayetano Soto, Joan Rodriguez, Richard Siegal and Trey McIntyre.—
Arts Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
29 May 2026
Adjective
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Printing bureau staff told Beach and Brown there were legal and procedural barriers in the production of a new bill, the Post reported.—
Ramon Padilla,
USA Today,
29 May 2026
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After multiple struggles, the music icon says in the teaser for his new interview with Good Morning America's Chris Connelly that his health has improved.—
Raechal Shewfelt,
Entertainment Weekly,
29 May 2026
Adjective
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Round it out with a stylish Béis belt bag to keep airport essentials close at hand, leaving you no excuse to hold up security, knowing the coveted carry is just under $30.—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
29 May 2026
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Zaya Wade is one stylish teenager!—
Alexandra Schonfeld,
PEOPLE,
29 May 2026
Adjective
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To truly put your most fashionable foot forward, spring for the splurge-worthy Rag & Bone Emilee Ballet Sneakers—the on-trend sneakerinas are now over $100 off.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
2 June 2026
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This is an island that attracts a fashionable globetrotting crowd, and loyal St Regis fans—arguably one in the same.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 June 2026
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“Futuristic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/futuristic. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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