1
as in alternative
taking the place of one that came before
after my bike was stolen, my scooter became my new mode of transportation
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2
as in novel
not known or experienced before
Spanish was a new course of study for her advances in optical technology allow us to observe new planets
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3
as in fresh
recently made and never used before
that unique scent that comes with a new car
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4
as in refreshed
made or become fresh in spirits or vigor
a little rest made him a new man after the exhausting basketball game
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5
as in modern
being or involving the latest methods, concepts, information, or styles
new techniques in plastic surgery
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new information
new technology
new ideas
a new system
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Recent Examples of new
Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 24 May 2025
First discovered: 12:01 p.m. May 24 Initial location: San Benito County, Calif.
Fire type: Wildfire
Fire name: Southside
A new wildfire was reported today at 12:01 p.m. in San Benito County.
—Ca Wildfire Bot, Sacbee.com, 24 May 2025
Available beginning May 12 for a limited time at participating Krispy Kreme shops, the Krispy Kreme x Pac-Man Collection features three new doughnuts in a custom Pac-Man game dozen box.
—Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 13 May 2025
In addition to offering previously unattainable data rates, Wi-Fi 7 will employ new technologies to reduce latency, increase network capacity, and boost efficiency.
—Iyaz Akhtar, PC Magazine, 13 May 2025
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Carrere, who originally voiced Lilo's older sister Nani, joins the cast as Mrs. Kekoa, a new character who is the social worker assigned to Lilo and Nani's case.
—Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 24 May 2025
First discovered: 12:01 p.m. May 24 Initial location: San Benito County, Calif.
Fire type: Wildfire
Fire name: Southside
A new wildfire was reported today at 12:01 p.m. in San Benito County.
—Ca Wildfire Bot, Sacbee.com, 24 May 2025
Available beginning May 12 for a limited time at participating Krispy Kreme shops, the Krispy Kreme x Pac-Man Collection features three new doughnuts in a custom Pac-Man game dozen box.
—Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 13 May 2025
In addition to offering previously unattainable data rates, Wi-Fi 7 will employ new technologies to reduce latency, increase network capacity, and boost efficiency.
—Iyaz Akhtar, PC Magazine, 13 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for new
Adjective
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More: 'Adult money' and no college debt: Harris and Trump back alternative routes to good jobs Interest continues to grow in vocational and trade programs among young Americans as four-year college enrollments flag.—
Davis Winkie,
USA Today,
27 May 2025
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The desire for group consensus blocks out alternative points of view.—
John Blake,
CNN Money,
26 May 2025
Adjective
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Which is a very novel concept, because most things are incubated in the States or maybe overseas in the U.K.—
H. Alan Scott,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 May 2025
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In contrast, predictive procurement is a novel approach that leverages decision simulations for supplier selection, price negotiation and process steps to anticipate and respond to price fluctuations, ensuring businesses stay agile in an ever-changing market.—
Edmund Zagorin,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2025
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Music festivals were once on the cutting edge, events where the music and vibe felt fresh and unique.—
Leah Asmelash,
CNN Money,
1 June 2025
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What to expect: Impeccably fresh seafood, flown in daily and displayed on ice like edible sculpture.—
Lela London,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2025
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The statue represents a traditional World War I American infantry soldier and a modern American infantryman.—
Ella Gonzales,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
26 May 2025
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In India, wine culture takes off — with a vineyard scene that’s worth a trip A postcard from the sunrise side of Islamorada in the Florida Keys Florida News Meet Orlando’s dinkiest diva: Pearl, the world’s shortest dog Her origin story is a modern tale of love, attitude and cloning.—
South Florida Sun Sentinel,
Sun Sentinel,
26 May 2025
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An all-new Knockout Tour seems to take full advantage of this newly expansive structure, whisking players between tracks and eliminating those who fall short.—
Lewis Gordon,
Vulture,
23 May 2025
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Grizzly death trap The female, newly recorded as EVGF129, has already beaten the odds.—
Lesley Evans Ogden,
Smithsonian Magazine,
23 May 2025
Adjective
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The pair have known each other for a while, with Ferguson guesting on Hot in Cleveland and Malick appearing on Modern Family.—
Jordan Hoffman,
EW.com,
25 May 2025
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The effective ban at Harvard created a chilling effect at other colleges nationwide, while imperiling operations at the storied Cambridge, Massachusetts campus.—
Zachary Schermele,
USA Today,
24 May 2025
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This is often unfamiliar territory for professionals from traditional wealth backgrounds.—
Francois Botha,
Forbes.com,
25 May 2025
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Nearly all the faces here are unfamiliar — and every one is entirely persuasive.—
Peter Debruge,
Variety,
23 May 2025
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This spring, the park unveiled the Davis Center, with a brand-new pool and skating rink.—
Devorah Lev-Tov,
AFAR Media,
27 May 2025
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Thanks to brand-new proprietary technology called AI Sound Boost, the speaker produces clear audio quality at very high-volume levels.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
25 May 2025
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“New.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/new. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.
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