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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
Their imagination really shows through in the color and flavor the girls add to the mix.
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Libby Smith, CBS News, 6 Mar. 2026
However, this is good news for artists and writers who rely on their imagination.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 6 Mar. 2026
Some rightfully argue that art has a few thousand more years of history, connoisseurship, and patronage, but there’s no question that cars have a hold on the imaginations and purse strings of would-be modern Medicis.
—Robert Ross, Robb Report, 6 Mar. 2026
According to Jean-Jacques L’Henaff, vice president of design at American Standard, the shift away from bathtubs is not a figment of our imagination.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Mar. 2026
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Libby Smith, CBS News, 6 Mar. 2026
However, this is good news for artists and writers who rely on their imagination.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 6 Mar. 2026
Some rightfully argue that art has a few thousand more years of history, connoisseurship, and patronage, but there’s no question that cars have a hold on the imaginations and purse strings of would-be modern Medicis.
—Robert Ross, Robb Report, 6 Mar. 2026
According to Jean-Jacques L’Henaff, vice president of design at American Standard, the shift away from bathtubs is not a figment of our imagination.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for imagination
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As always, Mexicans will rise to the occasion with efficiency, creativity and fun, to make sure all attendees feel safe and successfully enjoy every match of the 2026 World Cup.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Mar. 2026
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Audience reactions from early access screenings have been similar, with moviegoers also applauding the film’s creativity and humor.—
Pamela McClintock,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Mar. 2026
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But without freedom, Berdyaev writes, creativeness is impossible.—
Andrew McDiarmid,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Jan. 2026
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There's also a palpable new seam of imaginativeness among residents.—
Toby Skinner,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Nov. 2024
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As far as celebrity marketing goes, Chalamet demonstrates ingenuity.—
David Canfield,
HollywoodReporter,
4 Mar. 2026
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Architect McCarthy worries widespread adoption could diminish ingenuity and artistic vision.—
Ethan Baron,
Mercury News,
1 Mar. 2026
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Like a rebellious band member or an unruly lover, Takahiro Miyashita has a talent for breaking up and making up.—
Ashley Ogawa Clarke,
Vogue,
9 Mar. 2026
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According to a 2024 survey conducted across 200 companies, talent retention remains another major concern for manufacturers, contributing to labor scarcity.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Mar. 2026
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“Imagination.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/imagination. Accessed 12 Mar. 2026.
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