as in geniuses
a very smart person
one of the finest intellects of our time
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Recent Examples of intellects
While the likes of Philo and Trotter have expanded upon the idea by prioritizing people whose intellects align with their brand values, Jacquemus takes it to another level.
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Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 23 Jan. 2026
Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 23 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for intellects
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But as artificial general intelligence (AGI) came into view—the idea of a transformatively powerful technology that could surpass human geniuses at most tasks—Hunter-Torricke grew convinced industry executives weren’t girding for the level of disruption the technology would bring.—
Billy Perrigo,
Time,
17 Feb. 2026
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Cleaners that Only Serve One Function Cleaning product manufacturers are geniuses at marketing generic formulas as products for niche items.—
Tessa Cooper,
The Spruce,
7 Feb. 2026
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Only the best of the bat-to-ball wizards can build a career in the majors.—
Grant Brisbee,
New York Times,
27 Jan. 2026
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Everything culminates in a climactic scene in the Shrieking Shack, where the truth about the two Animagi (wizards who can turn into animals) is revealed, plus Sirius Black (Ṣọpẹ́ Dìrísù) comes clean as a friend of Harry’s parents who can also turn into a black dog.—
Jordan Moreau,
Variety,
13 Jan. 2026
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Big brains would mingle with money and power, often convened at salon-like gatherings thrown by powerful literary agents like John Brockman, who represented figures like Pinker.—
Brendan Ruberry,
semafor.com,
16 Feb. 2026
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He's answered each with an instantly recognizable theme that helped cement these imaginary places in our brains.—
Alex Galbraith,
Entertainment Weekly,
15 Feb. 2026
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And Land, in recent years, has reëmerged as one of the most influential reactionary thinkers of our time.—
James Duesterberg,
New Yorker,
18 Feb. 2026
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The industry is full of determined, creative thinkers.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
17 Feb. 2026
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“Intellects.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intellects. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.
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