groundbreaking
adjective
ground·break·ing
ˈgrau̇n(d)-ˌbrā-kiŋ 
: introducing new ideas or methods
has written a groundbreaking work
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She was honored for her groundbreaking work in nuclear physics.
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The album featured a groundbreaking fusion of African rhythms and Western influences, exemplified by her collaboration with Alicia Keys on the title track.
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Ime Ekpo, Forbes, 4 Jan. 2025
These groundbreaking studies began at Rush University Medical Center, where a team led by neuroscientist David Bennett sequenced DNA from more than 1,000 brain samples from individuals enrolled in a long-term study of aging.
—Martin Picard, Scientific American, 3 Jan. 2025
Allcroft's innovative vision turned Thomas & Friends into a groundbreaking show, featuring intricate model trains and narration by actors such as Ringo Starr and George Carlin.
—Billie Schwab Dunn, Newsweek, 3 Jan. 2025
The addition was announced in June, a groundbreaking event was held in September, and an opening night was scheduled for April 3.
—Dewayne Bevil, Orlando Sentinel, 3 Jan. 2025
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Ime Ekpo, Forbes, 4 Jan. 2025
These groundbreaking studies began at Rush University Medical Center, where a team led by neuroscientist David Bennett sequenced DNA from more than 1,000 brain samples from individuals enrolled in a long-term study of aging.
—Martin Picard, Scientific American, 3 Jan. 2025
Allcroft's innovative vision turned Thomas & Friends into a groundbreaking show, featuring intricate model trains and narration by actors such as Ringo Starr and George Carlin.
—Billie Schwab Dunn, Newsweek, 3 Jan. 2025
The addition was announced in June, a groundbreaking event was held in September, and an opening night was scheduled for April 3.
—Dewayne Bevil, Orlando Sentinel, 3 Jan. 2025
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“Groundbreaking.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/groundbreaking. Accessed 10 Jan. 2025.
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