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as in creativity
the ability to form mental images of things that either are not physically present or have never been conceived or created by others
a cartoonist needs a fertile imagination in order to create interesting cartoons on demand
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as in creativeness
the skill and imagination to create new things
she lacks the imagination to be anything but an imitator of other directors' cinematic styles
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Recent Examples of imagination
Moviegoing, even with all the recent industry challenges, remains an unrivaled magical experience that sparks imagination, creates wonder, and fulfills our human need for social connections.
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Nancy Tartaglione, Deadline, 23 May 2025
In all of them, her mother sits in a chair, which, in Alvarez’s artistic imagination, conjured her mother in place of the Madonna.
—Elly Fishman, New York Times, 22 May 2025
However, Charlotte's role is mainly now linked in the public and the media's imagination to an argument between Meghan and Kate over Charlotte's dress not fitting.
—Jack Royston, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 May 2025
Features in 'The Handmaid's Tale' Over the years, Offred’s harrowing and heroic story burrowed itself into the imaginations of readers.
—Jackie Strause, HollywoodReporter, 22 May 2025
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Nancy Tartaglione, Deadline, 23 May 2025
In all of them, her mother sits in a chair, which, in Alvarez’s artistic imagination, conjured her mother in place of the Madonna.
—Elly Fishman, New York Times, 22 May 2025
However, Charlotte's role is mainly now linked in the public and the media's imagination to an argument between Meghan and Kate over Charlotte's dress not fitting.
—Jack Royston, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 May 2025
Features in 'The Handmaid's Tale' Over the years, Offred’s harrowing and heroic story burrowed itself into the imaginations of readers.
—Jackie Strause, HollywoodReporter, 22 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for imagination
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In his absence, the first-place Cubs have consistently found different ways to win games and reshape their pitching staff, demonstrating resilience and creativity.—
Patrick Mooney,
New York Times,
28 May 2025
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Unlike technical skills that may become obsolete with technological advancements, durable skills such as communication, creativity and emotional intelligence remain consistently valuable across industries and roles.—
Heather V. MacArthur,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2025
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If so, this car reaches a new level of unfathomable American ingenuity, combined with a newfound level of refinement and traction management that attempts to belie the undeniable absurdity to a minimal, arguably necessary, extent.—
Michael Teo Van Runkle,
ArsTechnica,
30 May 2025
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His Stoic Challenge framework invites you to see a setback not as something terrible, blameworthy or unfair but instead as a test of your ingenuity and resilience.—
Hanna Hart,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
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At the Democrat-Gazette, Dustin has cultivated strong connections within the local arts and entertainment community and finds joy in spotlighting the creative talents and inspiring stories of the region.—
Dustin Staggs,
Arkansas Online,
25 May 2025
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Barry expects to rotate talent through various studio, whiparound and match analyst roles depending on how the tournament progresses.—
Jacob Feldman,
Sportico.com,
24 May 2025
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“Imagination.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/imagination. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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