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Recent Examples of pioneered
That focus on efficiency included a coldly logical approach to salary-cap management, and an update of the bruising defense that Belichick had pioneered with 49ers old rivals, the 1980s iteration of the New York Giants.
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Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 28 Jan. 2026
The 1922 Lancia Lambda, for example, pioneered a unitary monocoque body inspired by a ocean-going ship’s hull.
—New Atlas, 28 Jan. 2026
One of the most revered anime, Gundam pioneered the sci-fi subgenre known as mecha, IP that centers on giant fighting robots.
—Justin Kroll, Deadline, 28 Jan. 2026
In this effort, Starlink, the upstart connectivity platform pioneered by billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk, has loomed large, and for good reason.
—Ilan Berman, Forbes.com, 26 Jan. 2026
The show demonstrated how Nichanian has pioneered a language that every brand, from The Row to Uniqlo, is now attempting to recreate in their quest for clothing that transcends trend and time.
—Rachel Tashjian, CNN Money, 26 Jan. 2026
This blending of musical cultures takes the narrative quality of traditional corridos and incorporates rap and hip-hop styling, as well as uniquely modern Mexican American stories, as pioneered in large part by groups like Herencia de Patrones.
—Katie Walsh, Boston Herald, 23 Jan. 2026
This blending of musical cultures takes the narrative quality of traditional corridos and incorporates rap and hip-hop stylings, as well as uniquely modern Mexican American stories, as pioneered in large part by groups like Herencia de Patrones, a band out of Yuba City, Calif.
—Katie Walsh, Los Angeles Times, 23 Jan. 2026
Achermann could see Intermittent Hypoxic-Hyperoxic Training, or IHHT, which was pioneered for space travel, used in longevity gyms.
—Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 20 Jan. 2026
Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 28 Jan. 2026
The 1922 Lancia Lambda, for example, pioneered a unitary monocoque body inspired by a ocean-going ship’s hull.
—New Atlas, 28 Jan. 2026
One of the most revered anime, Gundam pioneered the sci-fi subgenre known as mecha, IP that centers on giant fighting robots.
—Justin Kroll, Deadline, 28 Jan. 2026
In this effort, Starlink, the upstart connectivity platform pioneered by billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk, has loomed large, and for good reason.
—Ilan Berman, Forbes.com, 26 Jan. 2026
The show demonstrated how Nichanian has pioneered a language that every brand, from The Row to Uniqlo, is now attempting to recreate in their quest for clothing that transcends trend and time.
—Rachel Tashjian, CNN Money, 26 Jan. 2026
This blending of musical cultures takes the narrative quality of traditional corridos and incorporates rap and hip-hop styling, as well as uniquely modern Mexican American stories, as pioneered in large part by groups like Herencia de Patrones.
—Katie Walsh, Boston Herald, 23 Jan. 2026
This blending of musical cultures takes the narrative quality of traditional corridos and incorporates rap and hip-hop stylings, as well as uniquely modern Mexican American stories, as pioneered in large part by groups like Herencia de Patrones, a band out of Yuba City, Calif.
—Katie Walsh, Los Angeles Times, 23 Jan. 2026
Achermann could see Intermittent Hypoxic-Hyperoxic Training, or IHHT, which was pioneered for space travel, used in longevity gyms.
—Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 20 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pioneered
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The brunch also shone a spotlight on the fellows of the ReFrame Rise program, a fellowship co-founded by WIF and Sundance Institute that supports 10 mid-career directors and cinematographers, all of whom were present at the event.—
Dominique Fluker,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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Dear Abby is written by Abigail Van Buren, also known as Jeanne Phillips, and was founded by her mother, Pauline Phillips.—
Jeanne Phillips,
Mercury News,
27 Jan. 2026
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The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, established in 1987, lists worldwide suicide bereavement support groups as a public service to loss survivors.—
Jeanne Phillips,
Mercury News,
27 Jan. 2026
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But the center re-established his dominance against the smaller Warriors on Monday, finishing with 15 points and 17 rebounds while serving as a significant deterrent on the defensive interior.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
27 Jan. 2026
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Assemblyman Matt Haney on Monday introduced a bill that would levy a 50% tax on the profits of private immigration detention centers in the state.—
Kyle Martin,
Mercury News,
27 Jan. 2026
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Supporters expect the other measures to be introduced in the coming weeks.—
Nick Coltrain,
Denver Post,
27 Jan. 2026
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Ten New Yorkers have already died on the streets amid record-breaking cold, and the encampment sweeps initiated by Mayor Adams could well prove a critical tool in averting any more needless fatalities.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
30 Jan. 2026
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The agency said medical staff responded and initiated lifesaving measures and requested emergency medical services.—
Suzanne Gamboa,
NBC news,
30 Jan. 2026
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Republicans have also launched a congressional investigation into the fire response.—
Brie Stimson,
FOXNews.com,
8 Jan. 2026
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Following the tragic incident, a family friend, Ella Mackrell, launched a GoFundMe to help bring the teen’s body home, as well as cover expenses related to travel, lodging and the funeral.—
Sam Gillette,
PEOPLE,
8 Jan. 2026
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The call created controversy among fans.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
1 Feb. 2026
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County Supervisor Lindsey Horvath hit back hard, telling Bass on X that the county created the new agency because the existing one — which is partly overseen by Bass appointees — was incapable of tracking its spending.—
David Zahniser,
Los Angeles Times,
31 Jan. 2026
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Farage has instituted a May 7 deadline for prospective Conservative defectors to officially switch to Reform, warning that his party will not be open to last-minute opportunists seeking to court his growing support base closer to election time.—
Timothy Nerozzi,
The Washington Examiner,
26 Jan. 2026
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New rules instituted last July enable universities to share millions in revenue with their athletes.—
David Eckert,
Austin American Statesman,
23 Jan. 2026
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