as in modern
being or involving the latest methods, concepts, information, or styles
got one of those newfangled espresso makers
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Recent Examples of newfangled
Experiencing these flavors gave Etzel a newfangled perspective on wine.
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Wendy Altschuler, Forbes.com, 20 May 2025
But passing the ball about isn’t some newfangled phenomenon.
—Conor O'Neill, New York Times, 14 May 2025
New York will be a major character in all six because the nation’s democracy began in New York, where the man who had been first in war became the first head of the newfangled federal government.
—James Barron, New York Times, 29 Apr. 2025
As Calamos aptly suggests, life’s perennial race to get ahead—and stay ahead—won’t be won by ever more sophisticated algorithms or newfangled technology.
—Michael Ashley, Forbes.com, 22 Apr. 2025
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Wendy Altschuler, Forbes.com, 20 May 2025
But passing the ball about isn’t some newfangled phenomenon.
—Conor O'Neill, New York Times, 14 May 2025
New York will be a major character in all six because the nation’s democracy began in New York, where the man who had been first in war became the first head of the newfangled federal government.
—James Barron, New York Times, 29 Apr. 2025
As Calamos aptly suggests, life’s perennial race to get ahead—and stay ahead—won’t be won by ever more sophisticated algorithms or newfangled technology.
—Michael Ashley, Forbes.com, 22 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for newfangled
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Despite introducing the modern world to Nintendo games with 1981’s arcade classic, the great ape was quickly sidelined in favor of making Mario a star.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
1 July 2025
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Get Back redefined modern music documentary and longform storytelling, sweeping the Emmys’ documentary categories with five awards.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
1 July 2025
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Pair it with flat sandals and a woven bag for exploring a new city, or transition to cooler temps with a cardigan or denim jacket.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
29 June 2025
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Affectionately, the 35-year-old pop star is not known for setting or chasing trends, instead using fashion to tease new musical eras or evoke a sense of girl-next-door relatability.—
Emily Tannenbaum,
Glamour,
29 June 2025
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Throughout the month, additional performances including international film screenings, dance (contemporary and classical), and hands-on ARTtalks—plus competitions, exhibitions, and free community events will be held.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
29 June 2025
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Unlike his contemporary, the science fiction author Jules Verne, who imagined a technologically facilitated journey to the Moon, Flammarion preferred a type of spiritual journey.—
Matthew Shindell,
Space.com,
29 June 2025
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“Newfangled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/newfangled. Accessed 10 Jul. 2025.
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