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as in advanced
being or employing the latest concepts, styles, or techniques
a medical center that prides itself on being a leader in state-of-the-art microsurgery
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as in modern
being or involving the latest methods, concepts, information, or styles
he spent a boatload of money on a state-of-the-art home theater
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Recent Examples of state-of-the-art
The store is also home to Zegna X, a state-of-the-art 3D style configurator that allows clients to create their own wardrobe.
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Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 23 Sep. 2025
These devices confined calcium ions at frequencies and error rates competitive with state-of-the-art traps.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 22 Sep. 2025
The production design team turns White’s state-of-the-art fortress of solitude, complete with in-house gridiron, spa, and a look that melds Southwestern chic decor with Gothic waking nightmare, into a gorgeous version of hell.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 19 Sep. 2025
At its state-of-the-art facility in Kampala, workers in clean room suits and headgear known as snoods sift and mix precise ingredients.
—Brian Simpson, NPR, 19 Sep. 2025
The spacious music venue features state-of-the-art lighting and sound, a massive stage, auditorium seating with a balcony, and a plush VIP lounge with an elite bar.
—Amy Bentley, Oc Register, 19 Sep. 2025
The food and beverage program comes from none other than José Andrés, minibars are stocked with Tony’s Chocolonely, and the fitness center is outfitted with state-of-the-art equipment.
—Emily Wilson, Bon Appetit Magazine, 19 Sep. 2025
Director Jan de Bont had an interesting idea here, which was to combine state-of-the-art computer effects (then still fairly nascent — remember, Jurassic Park was only several years old by that point) with a next-level, quite-possibly-actionable dedication to practical, real-world effects.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 19 Sep. 2025
What better way for a once-defunct British brand to stage a comeback than with a state-of-the-art, tech-laden, and fast electric vehicle?
—New Atlas, 19 Sep. 2025
Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 23 Sep. 2025
These devices confined calcium ions at frequencies and error rates competitive with state-of-the-art traps.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 22 Sep. 2025
The production design team turns White’s state-of-the-art fortress of solitude, complete with in-house gridiron, spa, and a look that melds Southwestern chic decor with Gothic waking nightmare, into a gorgeous version of hell.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 19 Sep. 2025
At its state-of-the-art facility in Kampala, workers in clean room suits and headgear known as snoods sift and mix precise ingredients.
—Brian Simpson, NPR, 19 Sep. 2025
The spacious music venue features state-of-the-art lighting and sound, a massive stage, auditorium seating with a balcony, and a plush VIP lounge with an elite bar.
—Amy Bentley, Oc Register, 19 Sep. 2025
The food and beverage program comes from none other than José Andrés, minibars are stocked with Tony’s Chocolonely, and the fitness center is outfitted with state-of-the-art equipment.
—Emily Wilson, Bon Appetit Magazine, 19 Sep. 2025
Director Jan de Bont had an interesting idea here, which was to combine state-of-the-art computer effects (then still fairly nascent — remember, Jurassic Park was only several years old by that point) with a next-level, quite-possibly-actionable dedication to practical, real-world effects.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 19 Sep. 2025
What better way for a once-defunct British brand to stage a comeback than with a state-of-the-art, tech-laden, and fast electric vehicle?
—New Atlas, 19 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for state-of-the-art
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The line of processors can support up to 128 gigabytes of advanced, low-power DRAM memory, LPDDR5x RAM.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
25 Sep. 2025
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The drones, which typically fly at 200 feet, are equipped with advanced camera systems.—
Doc Louallen,
ABC News,
25 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Hepburn’s Balmain number was a modern choice that paved the way for other brides of the time and even today to shy away from traditional floor-length gowns.—
Ariana Quihuiz,
PEOPLE,
25 Sep. 2025
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What’s Next Transgender participation in sports continues to be one of the most contentious issues in modern sports.—
MSNBC Newsweek,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Sep. 2025
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In the image, Kimmel has his arm around Lear, a pioneer of socially conscious sitcoms and progressive activism.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Sep. 2025
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His Republican predecessors, Schmitt and, before him, Josh Hawley, also used the position to advance conservative causes, wage fights against progressive ones and raise their national profiles.—
Jeremy Kohler,
ProPublica,
24 Sep. 2025
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While he's shown flashes of his ability to lead the team on scoring drives, consecutive losses to start the season probably isn't what Bears fans hoped to see under new coach Ben Johnson.—
Matthew Couden,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 Sep. 2025
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But the anger that left-leaning media critics felt is clearly gaining more traction with a broader swath of the Democratic Party — people who are opening their wallets and dedicating their time to consuming new and independent media.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
22 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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As per the team, the pioneering solution marks a massive step forward in making the first hydride ion prototype battery, moving the technology from a theoretical concept to experimental proof of its feasibility.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
19 Sep. 2025
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The mountain community, which was little more than a one-lift ski hill known as Timp Haven, became synonymous with independent film and a pioneering model of sustainable tourism under Redford’s stewardship.—
Emese Maczko,
Forbes.com,
18 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Submissions included paintings, sculpture, ceramics, photography, contemporary jewelry, textiles, digital media and site-specific installation.—
Eric E. Harrison,
Arkansas Online,
24 Sep. 2025
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Nestled within Ennisbrook, one of Montecito’s most private and exclusive enclaves, the single-level contemporary home sits on over two acres of landscaped grounds with sweeping ocean and mountain views.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
24 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Lopez appeared to have hit his stride—the gown epitomized the unconventional opulence of his design language.—
Ana Karina Zatarain,
New Yorker,
19 Sep. 2025
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Conventional ideas of leisure are sins; the unconventional is redemptive.—
Nicole Flattery,
Harpers Magazine,
19 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Taiwan has begun evolving its trade strategy to start wielding its dominant position as a leading supplier of cutting-edge chips as a weapon, Bloomberg reported.—
Ashley Belanger,
ArsTechnica,
24 Sep. 2025
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Pininfarina adopted a drivetrain to pair Italian styling with cutting-edge Croatian engineering.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
24 Sep. 2025
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“State-of-the-art.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/state-of-the-art. Accessed 27 Sep. 2025.
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