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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 innovations
But rather than simply repeat the even-then ossified list of events leading to the invention of photography and the medium’s later innovations, the book uses a series of stories, reminiscences, and tall tales to describe how photography transformed everyday (and not so everyday) experience.
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Literary Hub, 27 Apr. 2026
Thanks to innovations from companies like ChargePoint, Tesla, Electrify America and more, electric vehicle charging is becoming a much quicker, more streamlined experience.
—Charles Singh, USA Today, 27 Apr. 2026
Learn about the new ideas, innovations and perspectives on building a healthy lifestyle in your senior years.
—Hema Sivanandam, Mercury News, 27 Apr. 2026
Chicago can’t take credit for all of these innovations, of course — there are quantum scientists, innovators and manufacturers all over the world.
—David Awschalom, Chicago Tribune, 26 Apr. 2026
In addition, technological innovations and the advent of the digital age have affected how publishers build and maintain their lists.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 24 Apr. 2026
Ben Kennedy, France's great-nephew, will also be promoted from executive vice president and chief venue and racing innovations officer to NASCAR's chief operating officer.
—Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 24 Apr. 2026
Globally, Brazil, Singapore, India and the UK are leading this transformation with innovations in real-time payment systems, digital banking tools and open banking frameworks.
—Semafor Events, semafor.com, 24 Apr. 2026
Through two patented innovations.
—New Atlas, 24 Apr. 2026
Literary Hub, 27 Apr. 2026
Thanks to innovations from companies like ChargePoint, Tesla, Electrify America and more, electric vehicle charging is becoming a much quicker, more streamlined experience.
—Charles Singh, USA Today, 27 Apr. 2026
Learn about the new ideas, innovations and perspectives on building a healthy lifestyle in your senior years.
—Hema Sivanandam, Mercury News, 27 Apr. 2026
Chicago can’t take credit for all of these innovations, of course — there are quantum scientists, innovators and manufacturers all over the world.
—David Awschalom, Chicago Tribune, 26 Apr. 2026
In addition, technological innovations and the advent of the digital age have affected how publishers build and maintain their lists.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 24 Apr. 2026
Ben Kennedy, France's great-nephew, will also be promoted from executive vice president and chief venue and racing innovations officer to NASCAR's chief operating officer.
—Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 24 Apr. 2026
Globally, Brazil, Singapore, India and the UK are leading this transformation with innovations in real-time payment systems, digital banking tools and open banking frameworks.
—Semafor Events, semafor.com, 24 Apr. 2026
Through two patented innovations.
—New Atlas, 24 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for innovations
inventions
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This agreement grants Inertia Enterprises rights to several foundational inventions necessary for building a fusion power plant.—
Aman Tripathi,
Interesting Engineering,
22 Apr. 2026
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Lately, some of the most interesting ideas showing up on resort menus and cruise ships aren’t coming from flashy new inventions, but from ingredients and dining concepts guests already know well, now resurfacing with new purpose.—
David Dickstein,
Oc Register,
22 Apr. 2026
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“Innovations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/innovations. Accessed 28 Apr. 2026.
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