How to Use innovative in a Sentence

innovative

adjective
  • The network wants the grants to be inclusive of innovative and non-traditional ideas.
    The Arizona Republic, 21 Nov. 2022
  • The innovative design of this bamboo and black walnut wood comb offers incredible control (thanks to finger holes that increase grip).
    Cristina Montemayor, Men's Health, 22 Nov. 2022
  • Now, with a host of more colorways, sizes, and functions, Yeti is the leader in sturdy, durable, and innovative gear for travelers and homebodies alike.
    Red Fabbri, Travel + Leisure, 2 Dec. 2024
  • The beloved Shark brand—praised by our testing team for being both innovative and affordable—has multiple models on sale for up to 20 percent off.
    Grace Smith, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Nov. 2022
  • By inviting all of these people to leave, Musk deprives himself of what would truly be innovative: a team with diverse experiences and problem-solving skills.
    Monica Hesse, Washington Post, 19 Nov. 2022
  • The duo will also launch a new business competition for minority female founders with innovative business ideas centered around women’s well-being, health and fashion.
    Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 3 Nov. 2022
  • These rides come with trade-offs: The experience is innovative and thrilling but has so many elements that glitches are more frequent and take longer to address, Mr. Shull said.
    Robbie Whelan, WSJ, 19 Nov. 2022
  • The food, too, will be a mix of the familiar and the innovative.
    Robert Simonson, New York Times, 4 Mar. 2020
  • We’re brewing beer in one of the most innovative beer scenes in the world.
    Andre Meunier, oregonlive.com, 15 Aug. 2019
  • But as is always the case at the innovative school, the fun was paired with learning.
    Rexhavoc, AJC.com, 20 Feb. 2018
  • So this has always been a dream of mine, to do it in an innovative way.
    Veronica Wells, Essence, 19 Apr. 2022
  • One of the most innovative shooters in ages will boast new gear, weapons and maps.
    Gieson Cacho, The Mercury News, 12 Jan. 2017
  • It’s not the greatest of his works, or the most blazingly innovative, or even the most fun.
    Sophie Gilbert, The Atlantic, 30 Nov. 2021
  • Here's a look at six of the most innovative pairs of football boots ever.
    SI.com, 17 Dec. 2017
  • But even a person who's first to all the innovative skin-care trends or the most high-tech hot tools for hair needs to be spoiled once in a while.
    Allure, 20 Nov. 2019
  • Turn him loose with that arm and some innovative minds and who knows what will happen?
    Mitch Albom, Detroit Free Press, 24 Jan. 2021
  • And then there’s the innovative clock made by Barisieur that will even brew your morning cup of coffee.
    Alexis Bennett, Vogue, 14 Mar. 2021
  • The staff is spearheading a host of innovative projects across the country.
    NBC News, 26 Feb. 2021
  • The Muuto vase is innovative and clever, but design doesn’t have to be that.
    Dale Hrabi and Nina Molina, WSJ, 4 Aug. 2022
  • Zaidi’s actions felt fresh and innovative and like a change from the past regime.
    Ann Killion, SFChronicle.com, 1 Aug. 2019
  • The leaders today in the NFL are the teams that are owned and coached in new, innovative ways to the truths of this new reality.
    Sam Farmer, Los Angeles Times, 20 Sep. 2024
  • Here, five innovative rewards likely to show up in the next few years.
    WSJ, 8 Apr. 2021
  • The innovative approach is hefty enough to act as a one-stop shop for the molecular repair of genes.
    Tim Newcomb, Popular Mechanics, 6 June 2023
  • There isn’t a single thing that can stand in the way of your innovative spirit except for your own self.
    Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 July 2022
  • Fast-forward two years and Space10 might have gone too far with its innovative recipes.
    Shannon Barbour, Cosmopolitan, 13 Mar. 2018
  • Winston put his innovative mind to use on the water, too.
    Jordan Rodriguez, idahostatesman, 26 Feb. 2018
  • Home cooks will also appreciate the innovative way the lid can rest on the handle when the pot is open.
    Maya Polton, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 May 2023
  • The star has wowed the fashion industry by daring to wear innovative looks, on and off the red carpet.
    Genevieve Cepeda, Peoplemag, 7 Nov. 2023
  • While trying out new recipes, the chef is known to send out innovative new dishes to savor.
    Sara Holzman, Marie Claire, 23 Jan. 2020
  • This list identifies the most innovative, impactful, and growing companies in EdTech, which have established themselves as leaders in the EdTech industry.
    Time Staff, TIME, 2 Dec. 2024

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