1
as in initial
coming before all others in time or order
the original plan had to be discarded when the situation changed drastically
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2
as in innovative
having the skill and imagination to create new things
an original artist who wanted his paintings to convey his emotional responses to the people, objects, and landscapes he painted
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3
as in novel
not known or experienced before
separate categories for original and adapted screenplays
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1
as in prototype
something from which copies are made
please make copies to hand out, but keep the original
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as in eccentric
a person of odd or whimsical habits
the town's singing mailman is an original, all right
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Recent Examples of original
Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Apr. 2025
Banks is all for flipping the original script entirely on its head.
—Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 19 Apr. 2025
Ailsa Chang, NPR, 18 Apr. 2025
Nine Puzzles marks the latest Korean original for Disney+, which this year has already launched investigative thriller Unmasked and medical thriller Hyper Knife.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 17 Apr. 2025
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Adjective
Singer, producer, and actor Lenny Kravitz is known for blending styles to create something totally original.
—Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Apr. 2025
Banks is all for flipping the original script entirely on its head.
—Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 19 Apr. 2025
Noun
And also the counterfeiters also make clothes or accessories and other goods that are often just as good or hard to spot as the originals.
—Ailsa Chang, NPR, 18 Apr. 2025
Nine Puzzles marks the latest Korean original for Disney+, which this year has already launched investigative thriller Unmasked and medical thriller Hyper Knife.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 17 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for original
Adjective
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As with the coal black tree snake, the atra tree snake has thus far only been found on its initial island of discovery, Misima.—
Mary Walrath-Holdridge,
USA Today,
24 Apr. 2025
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The cost of the initial investment has not been fully determined, Roberts said.—
Kenneth R. Gosselin,
Hartford Courant,
23 Apr. 2025
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Conservation groups say the spill catalyzed innovative restoration work across the Gulf Coast, but are alarmed at the recent halt of a flagship land-creation project in Louisiana.—
Jack Brook,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Apr. 2025
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Serving on the Ralph Lowe Energy Institute board has reinforced my dedication to resource management and exploring innovative and sustainable solutions.—
Kate Marijolovic,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
20 Apr. 2025
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To keep it looking full and fresh all season, the manufacturer suggests a novel tip—just hit it with a hairdryer on low for effortless dusting.—
Miles Walls,
Better Homes & Gardens,
19 Apr. 2025
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Space Omics and Medical Atlas (SOMA) across orbits Madison’s reporting focuses on marine and environmental issues, climate change, and novel scientific discoveries related to health and technology.—
Discover Magazine,
Discover Magazine,
18 Apr. 2025
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After earmarking 610 billion won ($414 million) to build a battery plant near its Busan headquarters, the company unveiled its battery prototype in March 2024, touting it as more powerful than Tesla’s.—
Gloria Haraito,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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The prototype Bat flipped the traditional coaster concept on its head — with the trains swinging from side to side while hanging below the track.—
Brady MacDonald,
Oc Register,
11 Apr. 2025
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Robert Redford delivers folksy wisdom as a local eccentric who once had his own dragon encounter, and even Karl Urban’s greedy logger is more of a nuisance than an outright villain.—
Josh Bell,
Vulture,
21 Mar. 2025
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Attracting talent for greater innovation hazards acquiring a few eccentrics whose gifts come wrapped in controversial packaging.—
Chip Bell,
Forbes,
15 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Combs' trial, which will take place in downtown Manhattan, is currently set to begin with jury selection on the first Monday in May.—
Patrick Ryan,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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The 2024 football season was Belichick's first away from the sideline in nearly 50 years.—
Ryan Morik,
FOXNews.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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Then there was the more recent event when McMahon shockingly returned to WWE after retiring, which seemed to have an effect on Triple H's creative plans, and Stephanie McMahon soon left the board.—
Nicholas Creel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 Apr. 2025
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Without pedigree or privilege, Taylor forged his own leadership style—one that blends creative vision, market instinct, and a deep understanding of culture.—
Ali Jackson-Jolley,
Forbes.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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First discovered: 4 hours ago, 12:37 p.m. April 18 Initial location: San Mateo County, Calif. Fire type: Wildfire Fire name: Hill Ic A new wildfire was reported today at 12:37 p.m. in San Mateo County.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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Season 5 to explore new relationship, show creator says While some may still be rooting for Emily to patch things up with Gabriel, the focus of this upcoming season will be Emily's relationship with Marcello, Star told Tudum.—
Amaris Encinas,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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“Original.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/original. Accessed 29 Apr. 2025.
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