1
as in alternative
taking the place of one that came before
after my bike was stolen, my scooter became my new mode of transportation
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2
as in novel
not known or experienced before
Spanish was a new course of study for her advances in optical technology allow us to observe new planets
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3
as in fresh
recently made and never used before
that unique scent that comes with a new car
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as in refreshed
made or become fresh in spirits or vigor
a little rest made him a new man after the exhausting basketball game
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5
as in modern
being or involving the latest methods, concepts, information, or styles
new techniques in plastic surgery
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Try This Instead
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new information
new technology
new ideas
a new system
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Recent Examples of new
Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 23 Mar. 2025
With respect to Korpisalo, the Sens’ love for their new goaltender has eclipsed their old flame.
—Julian McKenzie, The Athletic, 14 Mar. 2025
Part Of A Broader Effort Suppression of tax data is not new.
—Howard Gleckman, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025
The price of eggs has dropped from $7.22 per dozen, just a little less than the all-time high of $8.17 a few days before, to $4.90 in a single week, new data shows.
—Raja Krishnamoorthi, Newsweek, 13 Mar. 2025
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In Adolescence, Netflix’s new limited series, audiences are introduced to 13-year-old Jamie Miller (Owen Cooper).
—Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 23 Mar. 2025
With respect to Korpisalo, the Sens’ love for their new goaltender has eclipsed their old flame.
—Julian McKenzie, The Athletic, 14 Mar. 2025
Part Of A Broader Effort Suppression of tax data is not new.
—Howard Gleckman, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025
The price of eggs has dropped from $7.22 per dozen, just a little less than the all-time high of $8.17 a few days before, to $4.90 in a single week, new data shows.
—Raja Krishnamoorthi, Newsweek, 13 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for new
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For families that seek to spread out vaccines with an alternative schedule, dismissals are much less common: just 8% of individual pediatricians reported often or always dismissing these families, while 28% reported that their office has such a dismissal policy, according to the academy.—
Jenny Gold,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Mar. 2025
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During the trip, Bunny is forced to address his self-loathing when an acquaintance from the past offers him an alternative perspective of his love life.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
27 Mar. 2025
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Many of them rely on novel legal theories about presidential power that go against longstanding judicial precedent or have never been tested in court.—
Graham Underwood,
arkansasonline.com,
17 Mar. 2025
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Such discoveries have raised cautious optimism among scientists seeking novel solutions to antibiotic-resistant bacteria—one of medicine's most pressing crises.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes,
16 Mar. 2025
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Keep the following pointers in mind to ensure your cheese experience is the crème de la crème: Think fresh.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 Mar. 2025
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What To Do In Bradenton, Florida Shop The Bradenton Public Market Every Saturday from October through May, Bradenton’s Old Main Street transforms into a bustling market filled with more than 100 vendors offering all kinds of local wares—from fresh produce to art.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
21 Mar. 2025
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This vinyl record turntable works both angles: a vintage aesthetic with all the perks of a modern bluetooth speaker.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
27 Mar. 2025
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These modern implants are less likely to leak or migrate if ruptured, and the FDA now recommends routine imaging every two to three years starting five to six years after implantation to monitor for silent ruptures.—
Carlos Wolf,
Miami Herald,
27 Mar. 2025
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With a spring in his step, Beef was filmed walking through the entryway of his home, climbing up the staircase and entering a newly furnished bedroom.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
21 Mar. 2025
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His 20th-century observations about the character of King Edward VIII are newly relevant in the Washington, D.C., of the 21st.—
George Weigel,
National Review,
21 Mar. 2025
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These and many other student protests provide powerful strategies and lessons on resistance and how employees can advocate for workplace justice. 1.—
Janice Gassam Asare,
Forbes,
24 Mar. 2025
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By Hannah Coates Blueberry blush is as easy to apply as Bieber's other low-key makeup looks, based on the model's most recent TikTok post.—
Emily Tannenbaum,
Glamour,
23 Mar. 2025
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Most small businesses are not operating an entire influencer marketing department and may be unfamiliar with how pricing works or operating with very small budgets.—
Kristen Bousquet,
Forbes.com,
27 Mar. 2025
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Lewis-Potter has been in excellent form for Brentford in the unfamiliar position of left-back and he was capped four times by England’s Under-21s.—
Jay Harris,
The Athletic,
24 Mar. 2025
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But more delays resulted when their replacements’ brand-new capsule needed extensive battery repairs.—
Marcia Dunn,
Los Angeles Times,
16 Mar. 2025
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To be fair, the Chargers just moved into a brand-new training facility during the 2024 offseason in El Segundo, California.—
Mark Davis,
Newsweek,
15 Mar. 2025
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“New.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/new. Accessed 30 Mar. 2025.
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