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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
Make the 35-minute drive out to Natick to visit Bosse, a state-of-the-art indoor facility with 21 pickleball courts, a golf simulator and darts lounge.
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Kim Foley MacKinnon, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Similarly to Dillon, the town of Vail boasts a state-of-the-art amphitheater that bands forgo radius clauses to perform at.
—Tiney Ricciardi, Denver Post, 1 Sep. 2025
Over the course of five months spanning from floods to extreme drought, an elite team of wildlife cinematographers capture unparalleled animal behavior using state-of-the-art thermal cameras and drone technology, filming 24/7 across punishing terrain.
—Jessica Radloff, Glamour, 1 Sep. 2025
Wood and other school officials less than a year ago announced plans to build a new, state-of-the-art stadium on campus to update Hornet Stadium, which opened in 1969 and has been given modest upgrades since.
—Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 29 Aug. 2025
And pop stars including Beyoncé and Tyla have been known to visit some of its state-of-the-art recording studios to work with local producers such as Tricky Stewart.
—Jewel Wicker, Billboard, 29 Aug. 2025
The expansion features state-of-the-art weight rooms, a nutrition center, multipurpose spaces for recruiting and more.
—Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Aug. 2025
Construction personnel work on the Carolina Panthers' state-of-the-art team headquarters and practice facility in Rock Hill, South Carolina, on August 24, 2021.
—Billal Rahman, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Aug. 2025
Catch between 10 to 15 waves with a session at Atlantic Park Surf, a state-of-the-art facility generating up to 1,000 waves per hour.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 28 Aug. 2025
Kim Foley MacKinnon, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Similarly to Dillon, the town of Vail boasts a state-of-the-art amphitheater that bands forgo radius clauses to perform at.
—Tiney Ricciardi, Denver Post, 1 Sep. 2025
Over the course of five months spanning from floods to extreme drought, an elite team of wildlife cinematographers capture unparalleled animal behavior using state-of-the-art thermal cameras and drone technology, filming 24/7 across punishing terrain.
—Jessica Radloff, Glamour, 1 Sep. 2025
Wood and other school officials less than a year ago announced plans to build a new, state-of-the-art stadium on campus to update Hornet Stadium, which opened in 1969 and has been given modest upgrades since.
—Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 29 Aug. 2025
And pop stars including Beyoncé and Tyla have been known to visit some of its state-of-the-art recording studios to work with local producers such as Tricky Stewart.
—Jewel Wicker, Billboard, 29 Aug. 2025
The expansion features state-of-the-art weight rooms, a nutrition center, multipurpose spaces for recruiting and more.
—Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Aug. 2025
Construction personnel work on the Carolina Panthers' state-of-the-art team headquarters and practice facility in Rock Hill, South Carolina, on August 24, 2021.
—Billal Rahman, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Aug. 2025
Catch between 10 to 15 waves with a session at Atlantic Park Surf, a state-of-the-art facility generating up to 1,000 waves per hour.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 28 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for state-of-the-art
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While far from a cure, the study points to a new path that combines advanced manufacturing, stem cell science, and regenerative medicine.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
5 Sep. 2025
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The Dreamliner is 25% more fuel-efficient than older models due to lighter construction and advanced engines.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Sep. 2025
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The planes are modern, with the average aircraft being less than seven years old.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Sep. 2025
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In the modern game, from Tests to T20s and The Hundred, each side will now tend to include more than one gun fielder.—
James Wallace,
New York Times,
5 Sep. 2025
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Today’s progressive lenses offer a workaround.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
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Radcliffe is Newland Archer, a handsome, progressive, and intelligent society gentleman who craves a deeper and more passionate connection to the world and someone in it.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
2 Sep. 2025
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That new equalized funding formula went into effect after a three-year transition period in 2024, when 44 groups each got $9,269, according to the three-year awards report.—
Claudia Levens,
jsonline.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Swiss transportation company Twiliner is kicking off a new night bus service later this year that will be more akin to a business class airline seat than your typical bus.—
Opheli Garcia Lawler,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Sep. 2025
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Thomas Schumacher, a pioneering force for nearly 40 years behind Disney Theatrical Group‘s reign as a top Broadway and international stage presence, will depart the company at the end of the month, Alan Bergman, Co-Chairman, Disney Entertainment, announced to staff today.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
3 Sep. 2025
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Abbie Hills, 29, is a pioneering talent agent who has built her business around representing actors and actresses with disabilities.—
Elaine Pofeldt,
Forbes.com,
31 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The program aims to demonstrate the breadth and depth of their art form — with pieces spanning the classical, folkloric, contemporary and flamenco styles — and the company’s half-century of output, earning them apt praise both here and abroad.—
Lauren Warnecke,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Sep. 2025
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The film explores contemporary anxieties, echoing school shootings and societal unrest.—
Bill Goodykoontz,
AZCentral.com,
3 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Others were more open to the unconventional dish.—
Deirdre Bardolf,
FOXNews.com,
31 Aug. 2025
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Clara Son merges unconventional silhouettes with timeless tailoring to create pieces that feel both deeply personal and universally resonant.—
Roxanne Robinson,
Forbes.com,
31 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Riverhead, New York — Evidence derived from cutting-edge DNA technology that prosecutors say points directly at Rex Heuermann being the Gilgo Beach serial killer will be admissible at his trial, a Suffolk County judge ruled Wednesday.—
Mark Morales,
CNN Money,
3 Sep. 2025
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National security leaders in all three countries must commit to more multiyear procurement contracts and authorize and appropriate more funding for cutting-edge defense technologies.—
GARY ROUGHEAD,
Foreign Affairs,
2 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 9 Sep. 2025.
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