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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
But weaknesses are appearing, and as more teams seek innovative ways to catch their back four up the pitch, there is increasing need for players to pick their moments to retreat.
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Thom Harris, New York Times, 8 Oct. 2025
The deals include truly innovative items, such as the Waoaw Blackout Sleep Mask, which blocks out 100 percent of light, and the Allclair Nausea Relief Inhaler, which offers a new solution to motion sickness.
—Genevieve Cepeda, Travel + Leisure, 8 Oct. 2025
With our innovative Health Value Space (HVS), Maria Middelares is joining forces with partners to shape the health care of the future.
—Christophe Mouton, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Oct. 2025
Semantic Visions’ innovative approach highlights how advanced technology can offer unprecedented resilience, clarity, and confidence in supply chain management.
—Nia Bowers, USA Today, 8 Oct. 2025
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Thom Harris, New York Times, 8 Oct. 2025
The deals include truly innovative items, such as the Waoaw Blackout Sleep Mask, which blocks out 100 percent of light, and the Allclair Nausea Relief Inhaler, which offers a new solution to motion sickness.
—Genevieve Cepeda, Travel + Leisure, 8 Oct. 2025
With our innovative Health Value Space (HVS), Maria Middelares is joining forces with partners to shape the health care of the future.
—Christophe Mouton, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Oct. 2025
Semantic Visions’ innovative approach highlights how advanced technology can offer unprecedented resilience, clarity, and confidence in supply chain management.
—Nia Bowers, USA Today, 8 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for innovative
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Back then, filmmakers began to seek greater creative control outside the studio system and for the first time looked for inventive ways to finance their projects.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
8 Oct. 2025
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Valentino At Valentino, where Alessandro Michele has been creative director since last year, the brand got in on the clear shoes trend with an inventive minimalist take on the transparent aesthetic.—
Jaden Thompson,
Footwear News,
8 Oct. 2025
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The best Korean makeup products boast similarly innovative formulas as their skin-care counterparts, acting as complexion multitaskers—often with imaginative packaging that adds points for function and whimsy.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
8 Oct. 2025
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Accessory trends, such as potion belts, hint at the love for immersive and imaginative experiences.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Oct. 2025
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North Crowley’s offense got creative for its next score with Jayden Shaw lobbing it over the defense to Jeramie Cooper for a 26-yard score.—
Charles Baggarly,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
10 Oct. 2025
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Praised for its sharp writing, surreal tone, and cultural authenticity, the first season of The Vince Staples Show solidified Staples as one of entertainment’s most unique creative voices.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
9 Oct. 2025
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The object emits no light, meaning the astronomers had to use a clever workaround to find it.—
Chris Young,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Oct. 2025
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In 2005, LifeStraw offered a clever aid to help more people drink safe water.—
Merrill Fabry,
Time,
9 Oct. 2025
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But the numbers suggest that having a too-talented running back room is possible.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Oct. 2025
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After all — just like in 1975 — Mizzou has a talented running back who could very well put up serious yardage Saturday.—
Maddie Hartley,
Kansas City Star,
9 Oct. 2025
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“Innovative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/innovative. Accessed 13 Oct. 2025.
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