1
as in newness
the quality or appeal of being new
the novelty of having a cat wore off after the first time I had to change the litter box
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2
as in notion
novelties plural
small useful items
travel kits filled with small bars of soap, a folding toothbrush, and other novelties
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3
as in ornamental
a small object displayed for its attractiveness or interest
a shop selling souvenirs, T-shirts, and assorted novelties for tourists passing through
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Recent Examples of novelty
Basketweave fabrics with multi-tonal novelty yarns and cotton/linen/elastane blends add tactile interest.
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Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 6 Aug. 2025
Beyond the novelty, some of these oddities are surprisingly practical.
—Nora Colomer
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The Depression-era novelty was invented at the bygone Hamburger Inn as a means of stretching pricey ground beef by smashing it with slivered onions.
—Matt Kirouac, AFAR Media, 31 July 2025
University of San Diego Associate Professor of Communications, Nik Usher, said the one thing these elusive algorithms tend to do is pick up and push the more enticing, novelty content.
—Molly Gibbs, Sacbee.com, 2 Aug. 2025
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Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 6 Aug. 2025
Beyond the novelty, some of these oddities are surprisingly practical.
—Nora Colomer
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 6 Aug. 2025
The Depression-era novelty was invented at the bygone Hamburger Inn as a means of stretching pricey ground beef by smashing it with slivered onions.
—Matt Kirouac, AFAR Media, 31 July 2025
University of San Diego Associate Professor of Communications, Nik Usher, said the one thing these elusive algorithms tend to do is pick up and push the more enticing, novelty content.
—Molly Gibbs, Sacbee.com, 2 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for novelty
Noun
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Anybody walking the convention floor will immediately be dispelled of the notion that events like GalaxyCon are only for teenaged boys and middle-aged men nostalgic for their own youth.—
Sal Pizarro,
Mercury News,
16 Aug. 2025
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And that is the most important thing here: if FIFA changes its rules and takes away the notion that a ‘host nation’ would have to give its explicit approval for a match like this to take place in its country, that would completely undermine its members, and that should prompt a huge backlash.—
Michael Cox,
New York Times,
15 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Mealybugs can affect all types of crops, ornamentals, and houseplants, including succulents and cacti.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
31 July 2025
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Powdery mildew is a common plant disease that affects ornamentals and edible crops, causing powdery splotches on plant leaves and stems.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 July 2025
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These are on top of images and videos published last week that highlight the Pixel’s folding phones and nodding towards the innovation in the Android platform that is missing in other platforms.—
Ewan Spence,
Forbes.com,
19 Aug. 2025
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The agency focuses on developing creative industries while promoting the integration of creativity and innovation into production to enhance the value of goods, services and cultural capital.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
18 Aug. 2025
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Laptops, printers and other tech gadgets have been disappearing from Broward schools, in part due to lax controls during the COVID-19 pandemic, recent audits state.—
Scott Travis,
Sun Sentinel,
23 Mar. 2025
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While most magicians rely on illusion, gadgets, and cutting-edge technology, Blaine’s magic is grounded in raw human endurance, discipline, and the ability to push the limits of both body and mind.—
Tony Bradley,
Forbes,
22 Mar. 2025
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There is also spectacular ornament and pageantry, alongside a tumultuous sense of rowdiness about to erupt—fisticuffs, slapstick chases, and daring combinations of hapless antics and true danger.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
30 July 2025
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Apparently, there are numerous ways to do a mid-year replication of the winter Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays by playing seasonal music, decorating the office with trees and ornaments festooned with summery things and creating playlists of holiday songs.—
Howard Cohen,
Miami Herald,
28 July 2025
Noun
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Many brands also offer brewers in a variety of colors and finishes.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Aug. 2025
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This is particularly important for the healthcare field, especially for enterprises use-cases, as healthcare data is largely unstructured and frequently found in a variety of different modalities.—
Forbes.com,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Home to local boutiques, specialty shops, and artisan galleries, this is the perfect place to find a souvenir to take home—and much more.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
6 Aug. 2025
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As many travelers return from trips with souvenirs of their adventures, some also bring back an unwelcome case of jetlag.—
Ashley J. DiMella,
FOXNews.com,
4 Aug. 2025
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The more libertine Chase School encouraged originality and deep engagement with the work from its male and female pupils.—
Anne Halsey,
JSTOR Daily,
6 Aug. 2025
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How to prompt effectively, without losing your originality.—
Sandy Carter,
Forbes.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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“Novelty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/novelty. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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