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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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innovative thinking
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distinct approaches
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Recent Examples of innovative
The strategic evolution cements the brand’s influence beyond music, ushering in a new era of innovative onscreen storytelling.
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Mike Fleming Jr, Deadline, 6 June 2025
Some pubs in the city date back centuries, and while a solid pint is an inextricable part of British drinking culture, London is now home to one of the most vibrant, innovative cocktail scenes on the planet.
—Sam Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 6 June 2025
In March, Fast Company placed Life Time at No. 23 on its list of the 50 most innovative companies of 2025.
—George Avalos, Mercury News, 5 June 2025
Achieve flawless curls or a pin-straight blowout with the innovative tool.
—Náosha Gregg, Forbes.com, 27 May 2025
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Mike Fleming Jr, Deadline, 6 June 2025
Some pubs in the city date back centuries, and while a solid pint is an inextricable part of British drinking culture, London is now home to one of the most vibrant, innovative cocktail scenes on the planet.
—Sam Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 6 June 2025
In March, Fast Company placed Life Time at No. 23 on its list of the 50 most innovative companies of 2025.
—George Avalos, Mercury News, 5 June 2025
Achieve flawless curls or a pin-straight blowout with the innovative tool.
—Náosha Gregg, Forbes.com, 27 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for innovative
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Hiccup is an inventive, awkward teen who's an outsider among his fellow Vikings.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
13 June 2025
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Alexander-Arnold had long been an inventive force in England and would have added to his scrapbook of spectacular assists and goals as coach Arne Slot’s squad seeks more trophies.—
Henry Flynn,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2025
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Lent by the Minneapolis Institute of Art, the Bronze Age vessels for food and wine and imaginative animal sculptures are on view for the first time in New York through July 13.—
Jane Levere,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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In recent years, other artists have released similarly imaginative rerecordings.—
Tyler Foggatt,
New Yorker,
8 June 2025
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Alongside Teyana’s chart-topping hits the singer, songwriter, creative director, and artist regularly appears for press moments in memorable ensembles.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
6 June 2025
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The eponymous brand founder and creative director, Temple St. Clair, creates pieces and designs that reflect her passion for the history of jewelry and gold — with the traditions of personal ornaments and storytelling at the heart of her brand ethos.—
Fairchild Studio,
Footwear News,
6 June 2025
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The argument that Trump has violated the 10th Amendment is a clever subversion of a line of thinking that has traditionally been backed by conservative judges, said Erwin Chemerinsky, the dean of the UC Berkeley School of Law.—
Laura J. Nelson,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2025
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Barenaked Ladies, Sugar Ray and Fastball Three lively, strident bands known for clever lyrics and fun banter relive the 1990s for you on July 13 at 7 p.m. at the Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
8 June 2025
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“Innovative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/innovative. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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