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also hi-tech
as in modern
relating to or using new electronic devices and technology
high-tech devices The methods they use are very high-tech.
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Recent Examples of high-tech
Until now, it was believed that these carbon nanotubes could only be made in high-tech laboratories.
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Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 22 Jan. 2026
This year’s high-tech hologram appears to present a raising of the stakes.
—David Matthews, Mercury News, 22 Jan. 2026
Navigate the course in high-tech carts that feature hole-by-hole audio commentary from Weiskopf.
—Brittany Anas, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026
The other two are at Penn Medicine, testing a new high-tech beanie invented by recent graduates from Penn's School of Engineering and Nursing.
—Stephanie Stahl, CBS News, 21 Jan. 2026
Centuries after discovering the metal vibranium, the kingdom develops into a high-tech utopia and poses as a third-world country to protect its resources.
—James Mercadante, Entertainment Weekly, 20 Jan. 2026
Contrast the high-tech look of a large TV with a stand that complements your decor.
—Kristin Hohenadel, The Spruce, 20 Jan. 2026
The Sheriff’s Office said it was alerted to the gunfire through ShotSpotter, a high-tech gunfire detection system.
—Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 19 Jan. 2026
And that means more than just the latest high-tech tools.
—Jackie Caradonio, Travel + Leisure, 19 Jan. 2026
Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 22 Jan. 2026
This year’s high-tech hologram appears to present a raising of the stakes.
—David Matthews, Mercury News, 22 Jan. 2026
Navigate the course in high-tech carts that feature hole-by-hole audio commentary from Weiskopf.
—Brittany Anas, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026
The other two are at Penn Medicine, testing a new high-tech beanie invented by recent graduates from Penn's School of Engineering and Nursing.
—Stephanie Stahl, CBS News, 21 Jan. 2026
Centuries after discovering the metal vibranium, the kingdom develops into a high-tech utopia and poses as a third-world country to protect its resources.
—James Mercadante, Entertainment Weekly, 20 Jan. 2026
Contrast the high-tech look of a large TV with a stand that complements your decor.
—Kristin Hohenadel, The Spruce, 20 Jan. 2026
The Sheriff’s Office said it was alerted to the gunfire through ShotSpotter, a high-tech gunfire detection system.
—Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 19 Jan. 2026
And that means more than just the latest high-tech tools.
—Jackie Caradonio, Travel + Leisure, 19 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for high-tech
Adjective
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Between one and three of those finalists will be inducted into the Hall along with between three and five modern-era players from a group of 15 finalists.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
28 Jan. 2026
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Powell has always said central bank independence is essential to the stability of any modern economy.—
Bryan Mena,
CNN Money,
28 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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As the film shows, the world of mushrooms and mycelium is emerging as a blueprint for futuristic projects in architecture and sustainable fashion.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
27 Jan. 2026
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And in September, the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art—a museum founded by George Lucas and his wife, businesswoman Mellody Hobson—will open, offering visitors an experience focused on visual storytelling in a futuristic building designed by Ma Yansong.—
Anna Grace Lee,
Vogue,
27 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Poetry Out Loud encourages high school students to learn about great poetry—both classic and contemporary—through memorization, performance, and competition.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 Jan. 2026
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Window Peace will be reimagined, featuring original participant Linda Montano alongside contemporary artists at West Philadelphia’s Public Trust.—
Chadd Scott,
Forbes.com,
23 Jan. 2026
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“High-tech.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/high-tech. Accessed 29 Jan. 2026.
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