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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
Mechanical engineering students in Germany have designed an innovative mobile energy trailer that combines solar power, battery storage, and a hydrogen fuel cell to deliver reliable electricity where the grid doesn’t reach.
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Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 2 Oct. 2025
The innovative Skillmatics Aqua Puffs delivers all of that and more.
—Emily Glover, Parents, 2 Oct. 2025
Moreover, our experts have continued to develop more comprehensive resources and innovative ways to provide information about antisemitism, extremism and hate.
—Jordan King, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Oct. 2025
There are a total of four bedrooms (plus a den illuminated with a skylight-like installation created by Nathan Orsman) and five and a half bathrooms, each with a bold, unique style and innovative tile scheme.
—Mark David, Robb Report, 1 Oct. 2025
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Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 2 Oct. 2025
The innovative Skillmatics Aqua Puffs delivers all of that and more.
—Emily Glover, Parents, 2 Oct. 2025
Moreover, our experts have continued to develop more comprehensive resources and innovative ways to provide information about antisemitism, extremism and hate.
—Jordan King, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Oct. 2025
There are a total of four bedrooms (plus a den illuminated with a skylight-like installation created by Nathan Orsman) and five and a half bathrooms, each with a bold, unique style and innovative tile scheme.
—Mark David, Robb Report, 1 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for innovative
Recent Examples of Synonyms for innovative
Adjective
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Credit must go to Andrews, whose long-ball playbook was inventive, varied, and repeatedly unsettled Amorim’s defence.—
Conor O'Neill,
New York Times,
29 Sep. 2025
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Since then, Han has continued to build on that momentum, creating a stream of inventive sandwich recipes that have gone viral on TikTok.—
Khloe Quill,
FOXNews.com,
29 Sep. 2025
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Crow’s Bench Crow’s Bench at Schweitzer’s Humbird has indoor-outdoor dining and an elevated menu showcasing local ingredients and imaginative preparations.—
Laura Beausire,
Travel + Leisure,
30 Sep. 2025
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With an imaginative vision, the designer could take anything from a simple gown or a hat and turn it into an elaborate and artistic creation.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Sep. 2025
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No one has to come up with something new and creative.—
Beth Warren,
Nashville Tennessean,
3 Oct. 2025
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Events such as València Cuina Oberta and FESTIN give travelers the chance to experience the city’s dining scene at its most creative.—
Visit València,
Miami Herald,
2 Oct. 2025
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The combination of clear instructions, clever engineering and high-energy videos makes CrunchLabs stand out among subscription boxes, offering a yearlong experience that feels fresh with each delivery.—
Emily Glover,
Parents,
2 Oct. 2025
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Luckily, clever Frances must have understood her caper was destined for failure.—
Amanda Whiting,
Vulture,
1 Oct. 2025
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Beijing’s openness to foreign talent is at odds with Washington’s recent decision to hike the price of visas for talented workers as much as 50-fold.—
Semafor Events,
semafor.com,
2 Oct. 2025
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Katz came into a good situation in 2021 with a veteran, talented staff.—
Jon Greenberg,
New York Times,
2 Oct. 2025
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“Innovative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/innovative. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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