unhackneyed

adjective

Definition of unhackneyednext
as in original

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unhackneyed
  1. original
  2. novel
  3. exciting
  4. intriguing
  5. interesting
  6. new
  7. fresh
  8. energizing
Adjective
  • The foursome began a two-year, multi-million-dollar journey that preserved the building’s original craftsmanship while modernizing the design, plumbing, and electrical.
    — Michael Goldstein, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026
  • Watching repeat episodes of the original TV series from the ’70s and reading Laura Ingalls Wilder’s books for school, Travers developed a deep appreciation for the expansive representation of pioneer life that Wilder created on the page.
    — Kristen Tauer, Footwear News, 10 July 2026
Definition of original
Adjective
  • For a refreshing change, try commenting on something novel, happy-clappy, borrowed or blue.
    — Voice of the People, New York Daily News, 10 July 2026
  • SpaceX settled on this novel architecture for several reasons.
    — Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 9 July 2026
Definition of novel
Adjective
  • We were treated to a commercial-free evening of exciting entertaining, educational, emotional and joyful programming.
    — Ticked Off, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 July 2026
  • The player in question is Jesse Bisiwu from Club Brugge, who has been described as one of Europe’s most exciting attacking talents.
    — Tom Sanderson, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026
Definition of exciting
Adjective
  • That is what has made this past week-plus so intriguing in the Miami Heat’s backcourt.
    — Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 12 July 2026
  • Bond has always been an intriguing vessel; by design, the spy is detached and isolated, a character who can disappear into the shadows and emerge totally fixated on a new mission with his past loves and losses brushed off with ease.
    — Emily Maskell, IndieWire, 10 July 2026
Definition of intriguing
Adjective
  • England versus Argentina also features two previous winners, but this match has a much more interesting history to it.
    — Dan Santaromita, New York Times, 12 July 2026
  • Looks like an interesting docu-series, though, maybe especially for those of us who will never go in person.
    — Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 12 July 2026
Definition of interesting
Adjective
  • But with many of the bosses atop those agencies exiting, a new concern over what that may mean is starting.
    — Chris Tye, CBS News, 14 July 2026
  • That waterway has taken on new significance since the start of the war, as Saudi Arabia now diverts millions of barrels of crude there to bypass the Strait of Hormuz.
    — Helen Regan, CNN Money, 14 July 2026
Definition of new
Adjective
  • The sauce painted over the surface is thick like puree, with a vibrant, all encompassing, fresh tomato flavor.
    — Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026
  • The Biscoff cookie crust and fresh melon filling in this pie require absolutely no baking or cooking.
    — Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 5 July 2026
Definition of fresh
Adjective
  • For example, lavender is said to have a calming effect, while citrus scents will seem more energizing and lively.
    — BestReviews, Mercury News, 17 June 2026
Definition of energizing
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