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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
For example, state-of-the-art photoelectrochemical Raman measurements, in situ electron resonance spectroscopy, and operando photoelectron spectroscopy were used to verify the computational results, according to a press release.
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Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 15 Mar. 2026
The state-of-the-art Hollywood theater, designed with the Academy Awards broadcast in mind, has a seating capacity of 3,300.
—Marina Johnson, Louisville Courier Journal, 13 Mar. 2026
Over two decades, the A’s searched for a new stadium, and the revenue a shiny state-of-the-art building could drive.
—Evan Drellich, New York Times, 12 Mar. 2026
Billions of dollars’ worth of state-of-the-art military equipment was now in the hands of the Taliban, which suddenly found itself in possession of a sophisticated air force, advanced weaponry and Black Hawk helicopters.
—Chris Roemer, Baltimore Sun, 12 Mar. 2026
The state-of-the-art Hollywood theater, designed with the Academy Awards broadcast in mind, has a seating capacity of 3,300.
—Saman Shafiq, USA Today, 12 Mar. 2026
But even state-of-the-art battleships could be vulnerable to Iranian drone and speedboat attacks.
—Jonathan Lemire, The Atlantic, 12 Mar. 2026
The improvements would include pedestrian gates, improved signage and state-of-the-art safety devices for the two crossings.
—Jim Woods, Chicago Tribune, 10 Mar. 2026
Academic excellence, research, public service, and state-of-the-art healthcare are not mutually exclusive disciplines.
—Radenka Maric, Hartford Courant, 9 Mar. 2026
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 15 Mar. 2026
The state-of-the-art Hollywood theater, designed with the Academy Awards broadcast in mind, has a seating capacity of 3,300.
—Marina Johnson, Louisville Courier Journal, 13 Mar. 2026
Over two decades, the A’s searched for a new stadium, and the revenue a shiny state-of-the-art building could drive.
—Evan Drellich, New York Times, 12 Mar. 2026
Billions of dollars’ worth of state-of-the-art military equipment was now in the hands of the Taliban, which suddenly found itself in possession of a sophisticated air force, advanced weaponry and Black Hawk helicopters.
—Chris Roemer, Baltimore Sun, 12 Mar. 2026
The state-of-the-art Hollywood theater, designed with the Academy Awards broadcast in mind, has a seating capacity of 3,300.
—Saman Shafiq, USA Today, 12 Mar. 2026
But even state-of-the-art battleships could be vulnerable to Iranian drone and speedboat attacks.
—Jonathan Lemire, The Atlantic, 12 Mar. 2026
The improvements would include pedestrian gates, improved signage and state-of-the-art safety devices for the two crossings.
—Jim Woods, Chicago Tribune, 10 Mar. 2026
Academic excellence, research, public service, and state-of-the-art healthcare are not mutually exclusive disciplines.
—Radenka Maric, Hartford Courant, 9 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for state-of-the-art
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The spa Aman’s approach to wellness is holistic and advanced, drawing on nearly 40 years of well-being practices across its entire portfolio.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
14 Mar. 2026
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The robot relies on advanced control algorithms and artificial intelligence techniques.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
14 Mar. 2026
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Natural materials, like unpolished wood and linen, are juxtaposed with sleek, modern furnishings.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 Mar. 2026
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Cesar Chavez was a labor organizer and civil rights activist who became one of the most influential figures in the modern farmworker movement, particularly in California and the American Southwest.—
Paris Barraza,
USA Today,
17 Mar. 2026
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As Utah emerged as the epicenter of an internal GOP conflict over AI regulation, two groups with considerable links to progressive politics were quietly stoking the flames.—
Robert Schmad,
The Washington Examiner,
17 Mar. 2026
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The 2026 Hall of Fame Class also includes Kelly Barr, classical music; Denise Crosby, journalism; Leslie Hunt, popular and progressive music; Stanley Konopka, classical music; Mary Beth McCarthy, choral music; and Juel Ulven, folk music.—
Mike Danahey,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Mar. 2026
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His father, Bob, got a new role with ENT Credit Union.—
Tony Catalina,
Austin American Statesman,
20 Mar. 2026
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Both actors are calling in from New York City, where Ball is about to make his Broadway debut in a new play, Becky Shaw, while Briones is preparing to join the cast of the musical Just in Time for her second turn on Broadway this April.—
Emily Tannenbaum,
Glamour,
20 Mar. 2026
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Some have likened coach Deion Sanders’ early Colorado tenure to that of the pioneering college basketball coach John Thompson, whose Georgetown Hoyas were an anomaly on a predominantly white campus but garnered the unwavering support of the hip hop and Black community.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
17 Mar. 2026
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Drawing richly on the subject’s own documentary works, the film is crafted with remarkable sensitivity and artistry, offering a profound insight into the pioneering experimental practice of Barbara Hammer.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
15 Mar. 2026
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Featuring both contemporary and historical artists from Japan and abroad, TOP offers a broad-spectrum view on the medium of photography.—
Jessica Kozuka,
Travel + Leisure,
13 Mar. 2026
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Jones, whose novel Kin has just been released, is often described as a timely writer, but to concentrate only on the contemporary urgency of her books is to ignore her clear interest in the past and its conventions.—
Lily Meyer,
The Atlantic,
13 Mar. 2026
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Split keyboards aren’t a new concept, but many ergonomic split keyboard designs, including JezailFunder’s own Cornix model, rely on unconventional layouts that require a little more getting used to.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
13 Mar. 2026
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The bot’s unconventional approach was a viral success, if not taken entirely seriously by mathematicians.—
Lyndie Chiou,
Scientific American,
13 Mar. 2026
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But, for now, these use cases will remain the domain of cutting-edge research.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
14 Mar. 2026
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Mezzocchi, an award-winning director/designer, is known for his cutting-edge technological approach to theater.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
14 Mar. 2026
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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 21 Mar. 2026.
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