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as in inventor
one who creates or introduces something new
Thomas Edison was the originator of the light bulb
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as in founder
a person who establishes a whole new field of endeavor
Copernicus is sometimes hailed as the originator of modern astronomy, for he overturned the notion of an earth-centered universe
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Produced by the character's originator, Reese Witherspoon, the 1990s-period piece follows a young Elle (now portrayed by newcomer Lexi Minetree) in high school.
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Kelly Lawler,
USA Today,
1 June 2026
Japan was perhaps the earliest originator of this trend, with cats overtaking dogs a decade ago.
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Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
10 May 2026
Sandy Saldano, owner of Therapeutic Kneads, is the event coordinator and the originator of the event.
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Myrna Petlicki,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Apr. 2026
Jordan stepped into the leading role on April 21 after originator Jonathan Groff departed and a short stint by Glee star Matthew Morrison.
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Hedy Phillips,
PEOPLE,
24 Apr. 2026
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Kelly Lawler,
USA Today,
1 June 2026
Japan was perhaps the earliest originator of this trend, with cats overtaking dogs a decade ago.
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Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
10 May 2026
Sandy Saldano, owner of Therapeutic Kneads, is the event coordinator and the originator of the event.
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Myrna Petlicki,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Apr. 2026
Jordan stepped into the leading role on April 21 after originator Jonathan Groff departed and a short stint by Glee star Matthew Morrison.
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Hedy Phillips,
PEOPLE,
24 Apr. 2026
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By Annika Inampudi and Emily Chang, Bloomberg The inventor of the groundbreaking Crispr gene-editing technology is skeptical about artificial intelligence replacing human effort in the realm of scientific discovery, adding to a growing debate over its impact on medical research and innovation.
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Over the years, inventors improved on the design with faster models (such as an iteration described in a 1930 Scientific American article).
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The headquarters just outside Colima city offer tastings, and in February, co-founder Esteban Silva and his team opened a taproom in the city called Estación Colimita.
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Having spent more than 30 years in the makeup industry, founder and makeup artist Jung Saem Mool knows great makeup starts long before foundation enters the picture.
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Below, shop the eight best designer bags at Coach Outlet.
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The Juszczyks became friendly with Swift after Kelce started dating her in 2023 — enough that Kristin enjoyed a career-defining moment as an aspiring fashion designer, courtesy of the Grammy winner.
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If its touch-sensitive pads and app integration deliver on their ease-of-use promises, this quirky little hybrid could easily become the company’s next viral hit for casual creators.
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By developing tech skills online, these content creators are showing young girls that tech and science technology, engineering arts and mathematic (STEAM) careers are accessible and can be customized to fit their interests.
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Doherty's father, uncle, cousin and other family members are buried at the cemetery in Newton, Massachusetts.
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The father, Marquise Anderson, said Joanna wet the bed on two occasions on a night in February at the house in the 1900 block of Daniel Street.
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How does an accomplished author find himself at the helm of a multibillion-dollar casino enterprise?
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The author emphasizes identifying leaders who act like owners, not just employees, by having substantial personal capital invested in the company.
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“Originator.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/originator. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.
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