GROUNDBREAKERS Synonyms: 19 Similar and Opposite Words

groundbreakers

noun

plural of groundbreaker

as in pioneers

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But beyond icon status, Moncler praises its three leading ladies as pioneers.

— Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 16 Oct. 2026
Reps from pioneers such as ReelShort were in town pressing the flesh, while a global microdrama leaders’ summit brought together the likes of COL Group, Roseberry, RJ RisingJoy and NetShort.

— Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of pioneers

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Connection and capital are the two main draws at this year's conference, where innovators across artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, healthcare, and robotics are taking the stage to make their case for growth funding.

— La'Tasha Givens, CBS News, 14 Oct. 2026
Swindell helped establish the South Florida Marine Research Hub, bringing university researchers, businesses, and innovators together around opportunities in the ocean economy.

— David Lyons, Sun Sentinel, 13 Oct. 2026

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