as in invention
something (as a device) created for the first time through the use of the imagination
the computer is one innovation that revolutionized the business world
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Recent Examples of innovation
These will carry forward the ISS mission of serving as an orbital innovation laboratory.
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Aditya Jadhav, Interesting Engineering, 23 May 2026
All of which suggests that Ukraine’s technology, innovation, and cost advantages are durable.
—Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Time, 23 May 2026
Come experience innovations of the past, present and future, along with live streamed on-stage conversations with business leaders in every industry—from transportation and finance, to retail and consumer technology, and much more.
—Nicolet Hartmann, Forbes.com, 22 May 2026
My plan addresses the three interlocking obstacles to building more housing: financing, permitting, and building innovation.
—Tom Steyer, Oc Register, 17 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for innovation
Aditya Jadhav, Interesting Engineering, 23 May 2026
All of which suggests that Ukraine’s technology, innovation, and cost advantages are durable.
—Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Time, 23 May 2026
Come experience innovations of the past, present and future, along with live streamed on-stage conversations with business leaders in every industry—from transportation and finance, to retail and consumer technology, and much more.
—Nicolet Hartmann, Forbes.com, 22 May 2026
My plan addresses the three interlocking obstacles to building more housing: financing, permitting, and building innovation.
—Tom Steyer, Oc Register, 17 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for innovation
Recent Examples of Synonyms for innovation
Noun
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Flash flooding, storm surge, wildfires and intensifying hurricanes are not partisan inventions — they are documented, measurable and accelerating.—
Anna V. Eskamani,
The Orlando Sentinel,
24 May 2026
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That’s why the Tribune is taking a look back at what the Chicago area and the state of Illinois have uniquely contributed to the nation — and the world — from scientific inventions and pioneering businesses to food, culture, sports and transportation modernizations.—
Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
23 May 2026
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Work with that element of chance because learning to enjoy embracing—working with it—is fun and fun isn’t logical, and logic isn’t always your ally in that initial stage of creation.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
20 May 2026
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These features are designed to support a wide range of content creation needs, from interviews and vlogs to documentary and narrative filmmaking.—
Deadline,
Deadline,
20 May 2026
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“Innovation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/innovation. Accessed 24 May. 2026.
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