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as in novelty
the quality or appeal of being new
the originality of the war memorial sparked a heated controversy, as most people had been expecting something more traditional
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as in creativity
the skill and imagination to create new things
a poet of great originality, she brought a whole new range of subject matter and imagery to poetry
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as in imagination
the ability to form mental images of things that either are not physically present or have never been conceived or created by others
a graphic novel that shows a lot of originality on the part of its creator
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Recent Examples of originality
That is where qualities like judgment, originality, adaptability, communication, curiosity, and problem-solving start separating people from everyone else using the same tools.
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Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Comedian Jamie Kennedy loves Los Angeles, but thinks Hollywood has traded in originality and movie-star mystique for ideology and influencers.
—Max Bacall , Nikos Degruccio, FOXNews.com, 23 May 2026
Your originality has more room when daily life supports it.
—Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 23 May 2026
Broadway is thirsty for kindness and originality.
—Patrick Gomez, Entertainment Weekly, 22 May 2026
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Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Comedian Jamie Kennedy loves Los Angeles, but thinks Hollywood has traded in originality and movie-star mystique for ideology and influencers.
—Max Bacall , Nikos Degruccio, FOXNews.com, 23 May 2026
Your originality has more room when daily life supports it.
—Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 23 May 2026
Broadway is thirsty for kindness and originality.
—Patrick Gomez, Entertainment Weekly, 22 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for originality
Noun
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Many signs suggest that what people want from him is the novelty value of a president’s son mud wrestling on social media, rather than anything more substantive.—
Helen Lewis,
The Atlantic,
11 June 2026
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The only narrative novelty is how audaciously cruel the movie is to kids.—
Amy Nicholson,
Los Angeles Times,
11 June 2026
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The talent in his game is obvious between his speed, hands, offensive creativity and ability to finish.—
Corey Pronman,
New York Times,
7 July 2025
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Don't miss hearing how his work connects with AT&T's Dream in Black platform, fueling creativity and strengthening communities.—
Essence,
Essence,
7 July 2025
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The Generic 2-Story Prefab Restaurant is listed as a shipping container restaurant, but since the structure is fully customizable to your exact specifications, the only limits to its uses are your own imagination.—
Maggie Horton,
PEOPLE,
14 June 2026
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Cheese wields a kind of power over the Italian imagination that cannot be overstated.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
11 June 2026
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Risks of Improper Storage Properly storing canned foods is essential to maintain freshness and prevent foodborne illnesses.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
7 Dec. 2025
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An Arab restaurant wouldn’t be complete without a creamy hummus, and Meza’s adds a touch of heat and freshness with salsa verde.—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacbee.com,
7 Dec. 2025
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Apollo 13 Selected by Brian Grazer Apollo 13 captures something essential about America at its best, which is the belief that no challenge is too big when talented people come together with urgency, ingenuity, and purpose.—
Time,
Time,
10 June 2026
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From a castle built by a Sherlock Holmes actor in Connecticut to lava fields in Idaho that helped train astronauts, these destinations showcase the beauty, ingenuity and delightful weirdness that make the United States unique.—
Staff,
USA Today,
8 June 2026
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There's also a palpable new seam of imaginativeness among residents.—
Toby Skinner,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Nov. 2024
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Through her eyes, flashes of life (and anarchy, and newness) still burst through.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
9 Dec. 2025
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Reminded me of old Odd Future stuff — the same newness and freedom.—
Rebecca Alter,
Vulture,
1 Dec. 2025
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In his role, Mizrahi will serve as an advisor across Target’s in-house design teams, mentor young talent, and also play a role in storytelling and marketing for the retailer.—
Hilary Milnes,
Vogue,
15 June 2026
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Kamada said the talent and experience of his teammates helped Japan avoid being discouraged after falling behind for a second time.—
Steven Johnson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
15 June 2026
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“Originality.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/originality. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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