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as in innovative
showing a noteworthy use of the imagination and creativity especially in inventing
inventive electronic games inventive ways to use leftovers
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as in creative
having the skill and imagination to create new things
an inventive youth, he devised an automatic feeding system for his dog
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as in creativity
the ability to form mental images of things that either are not physically present or have never been conceived or created by others
the artist's fertile inventiveness allows her to put on canvas landscapes that have never been trod by mortal feet
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as in creativeness
the skill and imagination to create new things
the contention that, in order to prosper, cities must attract young, well-educated people of great inventiveness in both the arts and high technology
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Recent Examples of inventive
Joan MacDonald, Forbes.com, 8 May 2025
The drink list includes inventive cocktails, wines, local beers and some fun zero-proof options like the Vida Verdita, a blend of jalapeño, mint, pineapple, cilantro and bubbly water.
—Karen Billing, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 May 2025
In addition to being bigger than Tesla, BYD is arguably more inventive, with vehicles that can slide sideways into parking spots and float during emergencies, and chargers that can replenish up to 250 miles of range in a mere five minutes—several times faster than Tesla superchargers.
—L. Rafael Reif, Foreign Affairs, 6 May 2025
Netflix Noah Centineo as Owen Hendricks in The Recruit
Ricardo Hubbs/Netflix
The Sandman: The inventive fantasy series, which starred Tom Sturridge as Morpheus, the king of dreams, was officially canceled after just two seasons.
—Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 2 May 2025
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But then her documentary, Lee Soo Man, The King of K-Pop is not just about the inventive pop music that quickly gained a worldwide following.
—Joan MacDonald, Forbes.com, 8 May 2025
The drink list includes inventive cocktails, wines, local beers and some fun zero-proof options like the Vida Verdita, a blend of jalapeño, mint, pineapple, cilantro and bubbly water.
—Karen Billing, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 May 2025
In addition to being bigger than Tesla, BYD is arguably more inventive, with vehicles that can slide sideways into parking spots and float during emergencies, and chargers that can replenish up to 250 miles of range in a mere five minutes—several times faster than Tesla superchargers.
—L. Rafael Reif, Foreign Affairs, 6 May 2025
Netflix Noah Centineo as Owen Hendricks in The Recruit
Ricardo Hubbs/Netflix
The Sandman: The inventive fantasy series, which starred Tom Sturridge as Morpheus, the king of dreams, was officially canceled after just two seasons.
—Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 2 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for inventive
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For entrepreneurial parents and innovative educators, this may be a frontier worth exploring.—
Dan Fitzpatrick,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2025
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Nearly every dish at Uma Roma, an innovative new restaurant, is dedicated to a single ingredient.—
Seth Sherwood,
New York Times,
15 May 2025
Adjective
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While Hayek now has her pick of designer pieces to wear on the red carpet, her creative combination for Cannes remains timeless.—
Rosa Rahimi,
CNN Money,
13 May 2025
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Likewise, under subsequent creative directors Karl Lagerfeld and Virginie Viard, Chanel has fostered a talent pool that feeds into its image department — something that Matthieu Blazy, who took over as artistic director of fashion activities on April 1, is expected to continue.—
Joelle Diderich,
Footwear News,
13 May 2025
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In attempt to draw up intrigue for the upcoming season, teams flex their creativity in order to have the most memorable moment.—
C. Isaiah Smalls II,
Miami Herald,
15 May 2025
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Moderated by filmmaker, writer and producer Margaret Zhang, the discussion will explore the creative journey through exclusive clips shown from the series, which offer a look into the nature of female creativity and the artistic process.—
Kirsten Chuba,
HollywoodReporter,
15 May 2025
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Another highlight of the restaurant is its imaginative cocktail menu, featuring signature sips like the Electric Sly, Red Line Remedy and a zesty lemon and golden spritz infused with tej honey wine.—
Taryn White,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2025
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This imaginative backstory, brought to life with the help of the French film studio Gaumont, adds a magical dimension that makes Mirokaï feel more like a companion than a machine.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
14 May 2025
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Think about what your family values about toys — their ability to teach and to ignite your kids’ imaginations while keeping them occupied for long stretches of time — and then commit to only bringing home toys that fit that criteria.—
Stephanie Ganz,
Parents,
16 May 2025
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Directed by Irene Iborra, the stop-motion film – the first-ever stop-motion feature produced in Catalonia – portrays a young girl coping with family homelessness through imagination and resilience.—
Jamie Lang,
Variety,
15 May 2025
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True innovation, such as designing a brand new UX framework or identifying and providing solutions to novel problems, still falls squarely within the range of human ingenuity.—
Manish Mittal,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2025
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Yet despite these hurdles, the Voyagers continue to function — a testament to both their robust design and the ingenuity of the teams managing them.—
Victoria Corless,
Space.com,
15 May 2025
Adjective
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For apartment dwellers and people who prefer not to dangle midair, this clever contraption looks like a window-cleaning game changer.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
17 May 2025
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The story centers on 16-year-old Haymitch (Joseph Zada), a clever and resourceful boy from District 12, who’s unexpectedly chosen for this edition of the games, which will feature a deadly twist: twice the number of tributes, with 48 children sent into the arena to battle for their lives.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
16 May 2025
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At the Democrat-Gazette, Dustin has cultivated strong connections within the local arts and entertainment community and finds joy in spotlighting the creative talents and inspiring stories of the region.—
Dustin Staggs,
Arkansas Online,
25 May 2025
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While the Clippers did get eliminated in the first round, adding a talent like LaMelo could change it all.—
Matt Levine,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 May 2025
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