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as in inventors
one who creates or introduces something new
Thomas Edison was the originator of the light bulb
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as in creators
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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Recent Examples of originators
About 146 years after that White House dinner, the originators behind McDonald’s began the relentless mission of making sure French fries, and the overall McDonald’s brand, were forever entangled with America.
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Amanda Hancock, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
The new locale expands the options while keeping the menu concise, introducing dishes that have nothing to do with dough and everything to do with the emotional connection had by their originators.
—Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 14 Jan. 2026
Some people even shared old photos of Indigenous peoples wearing the hoods, noting that the originators of the design kept the fur outward to break cold wind and trap snow.
—Rachel Raposas, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
Few if any of the originators attend now that the Santas are less social pariahs and law breakers and more fraternity brothers and junior bankers.
—Chuck Palahniuk, Vulture, 13 Nov. 2025
Fortune reported this weekend that loan originators were imposing increasingly strict legal terms into private credit deals, a sign that lenders sense trouble on the horizon.
—Jim Edwards, Fortune, 4 Nov. 2025
This once-passing fad, never projected by the originators or detractors to make it this far, had smashed every measurable and monetizable metric over the last half century.
—Rodney Carmichael, NPR, 1 Oct. 2025
Top originators are those who produced at least $25 million in residential loan volume or closed at least 75 loans in 2024.
—Shawn Price, Oc Register, 19 Sep. 2025
The company offers a marketplace for home equity loan originators to sell loans on the blockchain, as well as makes home equity loans, some which are backed by cryptocurrency.
—Megan Poinski, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025
Amanda Hancock, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
The new locale expands the options while keeping the menu concise, introducing dishes that have nothing to do with dough and everything to do with the emotional connection had by their originators.
—Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 14 Jan. 2026
Some people even shared old photos of Indigenous peoples wearing the hoods, noting that the originators of the design kept the fur outward to break cold wind and trap snow.
—Rachel Raposas, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
Few if any of the originators attend now that the Santas are less social pariahs and law breakers and more fraternity brothers and junior bankers.
—Chuck Palahniuk, Vulture, 13 Nov. 2025
Fortune reported this weekend that loan originators were imposing increasingly strict legal terms into private credit deals, a sign that lenders sense trouble on the horizon.
—Jim Edwards, Fortune, 4 Nov. 2025
This once-passing fad, never projected by the originators or detractors to make it this far, had smashed every measurable and monetizable metric over the last half century.
—Rodney Carmichael, NPR, 1 Oct. 2025
Top originators are those who produced at least $25 million in residential loan volume or closed at least 75 loans in 2024.
—Shawn Price, Oc Register, 19 Sep. 2025
The company offers a marketplace for home equity loan originators to sell loans on the blockchain, as well as makes home equity loans, some which are backed by cryptocurrency.
—Megan Poinski, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for originators
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The bar’s signature Brunello Bloody Mary nods to the hotel’s long-standing history as the drink's inventors and remains a house classic, richer and more savory than most, thanks to the wine-forward twist.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Apr. 2026
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His inventions included an efficient alternating generator and a three-phase electrical circuit, according to the Lemelson MIT website devoted to support of modern-day inventors.—
Michael Kilian,
USA Today,
15 Apr. 2026
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Webster is often described as a top expert in understanding listener behaviors and helping creators and networks build sustainable, high-reach audio content.—
Frank Racioppi,
Forbes.com,
25 May 2026
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The creators assure us that even the keychains with Level 3 are designed to be easy and intuitive to use, with locking and unlocking taking just one second.—
Maryna Holovnova,
New Atlas,
25 May 2026
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The residency is structured like a college course, with designers learning about law, financial management, product development, marketing, PR, digital strategy, merchandising and show production.—
Mary Wenthur,
Footwear News,
28 May 2026
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Even though employees are clearly signaling that now is the time for a change, learning designers keep tracking satisfaction and attendance rates that are usually 100%.—
Gwen Mdinaradze,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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Nonprofits are typically created when their founders file paperwork with state authorities.—
Sarah Webber,
Fortune,
24 May 2026
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Most founders hire this person two years too late and spend those two years doing two jobs badly.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2026
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The developers who brought you Shovel Knight, the hugely beloved series that began in 2014 and had releases as recently as 2022.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2026
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Rather than paying higher property tax bills that would come with rising assessments, developers such as the Bears would be allowed to negotiate long-term Payments in Lieu of Taxes, or PILOT, with local taxing bodies.—
Adam Harrington,
CBS News,
27 May 2026
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The Illinois State Historical Society announced the 2026 Best of Illinois History Awards winners during an April 25 luncheon in Springfield, recognizing more than two dozen authors, students, teachers, historical societies and museums from across the state.—
Jim Dudlicek,
Chicago Tribune,
24 May 2026
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Absolutely, say the co-authors of a new statewide hiking guide that encompasses more than 1,000 Sunshine State trails.—
Patrick Connolly,
The Orlando Sentinel,
24 May 2026
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The black-and-white soirée showcased striking runway moments as seniors, wearing gorgeous white dresses, walked arm-in-arm with their fathers in a moving father-daughter presentation.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
28 May 2026
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Both mothers and fathers would be eligible.—
Michael Cuglietta,
The Orlando Sentinel,
28 May 2026
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“Originators.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/originators. Accessed 29 May. 2026.
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