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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 Hurst Building was outfitted with a state-of-the-art fire detection system similar to — but not the same as — a smoke alarm.
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Jacques Kelly, Baltimore Sun, 7 Feb. 2026
Vimini is likely just a hint of what’s to come, as Bulgari weaves designs from its past with the fresh talent and the state-of-the-art resources shaping its future.
—Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 7 Feb. 2026
The large language model at the heart of the new Alexa, which Amazon positioned as a rival to OpenAI’s ChatGPT, was, according to former employees, far from state-of-the-art.
—Sharon Goldman, Fortune, 5 Feb. 2026
OpenAI says the new model runs 25% faster than the previous version and achieves state-of-the-art performance while using fewer computing resources.
—Jared Perlo, NBC news, 5 Feb. 2026
The Hollywood Drift coaster with 360-degree rotating ride vehicles will feature a state-of-the-art ride system with first-of-its-kind innovations and technological achievements, according to Universal.
—Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 5 Feb. 2026
The phalanx of equipment that washes, nebulizes, steams and laser-etches is all new—and completely state-of-the-art—so that everything uses less water, energy and chemistry.
—Jasmin Malik Chua, Sourcing Journal, 5 Feb. 2026
Another obvious site for a World Cup base camp is Inter Miami’s state-of-the-art Florida Blue Training Center, a 50,000-square-foot facility in Fort Lauderdale, adjacent to Chase Stadium.
—Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 5 Feb. 2026
Quite the contrary, these four vehicles are better to drive—not simply more efficient—because of their state-of-the-art powertrains.
—Adam Ismail, The Drive, 5 Feb. 2026
Jacques Kelly, Baltimore Sun, 7 Feb. 2026
Vimini is likely just a hint of what’s to come, as Bulgari weaves designs from its past with the fresh talent and the state-of-the-art resources shaping its future.
—Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 7 Feb. 2026
The large language model at the heart of the new Alexa, which Amazon positioned as a rival to OpenAI’s ChatGPT, was, according to former employees, far from state-of-the-art.
—Sharon Goldman, Fortune, 5 Feb. 2026
OpenAI says the new model runs 25% faster than the previous version and achieves state-of-the-art performance while using fewer computing resources.
—Jared Perlo, NBC news, 5 Feb. 2026
The Hollywood Drift coaster with 360-degree rotating ride vehicles will feature a state-of-the-art ride system with first-of-its-kind innovations and technological achievements, according to Universal.
—Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 5 Feb. 2026
The phalanx of equipment that washes, nebulizes, steams and laser-etches is all new—and completely state-of-the-art—so that everything uses less water, energy and chemistry.
—Jasmin Malik Chua, Sourcing Journal, 5 Feb. 2026
Another obvious site for a World Cup base camp is Inter Miami’s state-of-the-art Florida Blue Training Center, a 50,000-square-foot facility in Fort Lauderdale, adjacent to Chase Stadium.
—Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 5 Feb. 2026
Quite the contrary, these four vehicles are better to drive—not simply more efficient—because of their state-of-the-art powertrains.
—Adam Ismail, The Drive, 5 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for state-of-the-art
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For example, if ST Engineering can make advanced vehicles in a country with more space for production plants than Singapore, the company would collaborate and teach them how to build them in a co-production effort.—
Lim Hui Jie,
CNBC,
7 Feb. 2026
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The controversy raises uncomfortable questions about Mette-Marit’s position within the clan, particularly given the advanced age of King Harald V, who at 88, is Europe’s oldest monarch.—
Billy Stockwell,
CNN Money,
7 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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This technology offers a foundational step toward electromagnetic safety while preserving the aesthetic and functional integrity of modern architecture.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
3 Feb. 2026
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An evolution of fall’s modern prep trend, the spring 2026 runways swapped country codes for literary references, grounding the collections with intellectual flair.—
Minty Mellon,
Vogue,
3 Feb. 2026
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But even at a progressive institution like Antioch, Coretta encountered the quiet betrayal of liberal hypocrisy.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Jan. 2026
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But donations from progressive groups have only rarely flowed their way.—
Charles Duhigg,
New Yorker,
26 Jan. 2026
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This work offers a new platform for designing efficient photo-electrocatalysts and advancing next-generation solar–electrochemical energy conversion systems.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Feb. 2026
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Cleveland Guardians closer Emmanuel Clase faced additional allegations of rigging pitches to benefit bettors in a new document filed on Thursday.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
6 Feb. 2026
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For Holly, his pioneering work came by way of efforts to effectively modernize the genre of rock & roll, directly cited by the likes of The Beatles, Bob Dylan, The Rolling Stones and countless others as a core creative influence.—
Chris Barilla,
PEOPLE,
3 Feb. 2026
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Beckett was particularly drawn to Proust’s pioneering depiction of involuntary memory—the sudden, revelatory insight into the past that springs from a cup of tea in his Search.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
2 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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On the contemporary artist side, the duo Libby Rosen contributed seven luminous textile works made of marbled quilted fabric.—
Grace Edquist,
Vogue,
7 Feb. 2026
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The attic bedroom is actually relatively contemporary, with shiny hardwood floors and plumbing cleverly doubling as stair railing.—
Christopher Borrelli,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Feb. 2026
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Trump, much like in his first term, remains a polarizing figure, as his second presidential term has been marked by a series of unconventional actions.—
Jordan Green,
Memphis Commercial Appeal,
6 Feb. 2026
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For more than four decades, Robert Kaplow has built an unconventional writing career.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
6 Feb. 2026
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This enables users to remotely run complex experiments involving AI and other cutting-edge methods 24/7.—
Matthew S Williams,
Interesting Engineering,
5 Feb. 2026
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The original series took cues from vaudeville, which was certainly not a cutting-edge genre in the disco era.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
3 Feb. 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 9 Feb. 2026.
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