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as in inventive
having the skill and imagination to create new things
an award for the most innovative designer of consumer electronics
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as in imaginative
showing a noteworthy use of the imagination and creativity especially in inventing
innovative automotive technology
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Recent Examples of innovative
Torres stressed that the project demonstrates the shipbuilding sector’s ability to deliver innovative technologies and compete globally.
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Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 1 June 2026
And Brin The result is often a business that becomes faster at routine tasks, while missing the bigger opportunity to become more innovative, more differentiated and more useful to customers.
—Bernard Marr, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Leach was known for his innovative wide-open offenses and his knack for pulling upsets.
—ABC News, 1 June 2026
For years, Howard County publicized it as an innovative, independent living community in a safe town for autistic adults, often highlighting its collaborative development as a source of pride.
—Amy Stoddard, Baltimore Sun, 1 June 2026
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Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 1 June 2026
And Brin The result is often a business that becomes faster at routine tasks, while missing the bigger opportunity to become more innovative, more differentiated and more useful to customers.
—Bernard Marr, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Leach was known for his innovative wide-open offenses and his knack for pulling upsets.
—ABC News, 1 June 2026
For years, Howard County publicized it as an innovative, independent living community in a safe town for autistic adults, often highlighting its collaborative development as a source of pride.
—Amy Stoddard, Baltimore Sun, 1 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for innovative
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Once upon a time, Iran had a tech scene as vibrant as any in the world—one full of inventive young people, visionary entrepreneurs, expatriated mentors, and investors who spanned continents.—
Bozorgmehr Sharafedin,
The Atlantic,
1 June 2026
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Rest competes with duties as the moody Moon moves through your 12th House of Solitude, opposite inventive Uranus in your 6th House of Work and Well-being.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
30 May 2026
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Watermelon Pool was first published in Korea in 2015, and this new English translation brings its wonderfully surreal story and artwork to a new audience of imaginative young fans.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
1 June 2026
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Super Cars Are Now An Immersive Experience Unlike Mattel’s die cast cars lines, which represent both production and super cars as well as imaginative modifications and are intended for light play and display, Brick Shop is designed to allow the average car fan to become a builder and designer.—
Scotty Reiss,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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With a particular emphasis on Europe and China, this quickly evolved into the idea of a creative residency to support Chinese design talent through the Kering ecosystem.—
Laure Guilbault,
Vogue,
4 June 2026
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Go at sunset for creative cocktails (the current menu is inspired by the golden age of cinema) and panoramic views.—
Laura Itzkowitz,
Robb Report,
4 June 2026
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There’s a fine blue line between stupid and clever.—
Sean Keeler,
Denver Post,
31 May 2026
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Auoon Clip-On Pot Strainer This clever clip-on pot strainer takes up less space in the cabinet and the dishwasher, and makes quick work of straining pasta water, washing fruit and vegetables, and more.—
Maggie Horton,
PEOPLE,
30 May 2026
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It has been acquired and reimagined by the same, talented owners, the De Santis family—Como hoteliers to end all Como hoteliers.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Senegal Senegal’s film is culturally rich and cinematic in quality, evoking the pride of a nation selecting its most talented men to send into the fray overseas.—
Don Riddell,
CNN Money,
1 June 2026
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“Innovative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/innovative. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.
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