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as in innovation
something (as a device) created for the first time through the use of the imagination
Dr. Frankenstein was divinely proud of his creation, at least at first
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as in promotion
a raising or a state of being raised to a higher rank or position
the creation of an unprecedented number of new cardinals by the pope
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Recent Examples of creation
The creations showcased Shakira's softer side as well as the red-hot style she's known for.
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Catherine Santino, People.com, 13 Feb. 2025
One of the largest financial sextortion support forums, r/Sextortion on Reddit, has grown to 33,000 members since its creation in 2020.
Of forum posts that included gender information, 98% were male, according to a 2022 study of the thread.
—Rachel Hale, USA TODAY, 12 Feb. 2025
Build exciting exhibits across different habitats or use someone else's creation as a template through the Steam workshop.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 2 Feb. 2025
The restaurant is the creation of the longtime hospitality pro Jenni Guizio, formerly a beverage director at Union Square Hospitality Group, who here is stepping for the first time into the role of proprietor.
—Helen Rosner, The New Yorker, 2 Feb. 2025
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Catherine Santino, People.com, 13 Feb. 2025
One of the largest financial sextortion support forums, r/Sextortion on Reddit, has grown to 33,000 members since its creation in 2020.
Of forum posts that included gender information, 98% were male, according to a 2022 study of the thread.
—Rachel Hale, USA TODAY, 12 Feb. 2025
Build exciting exhibits across different habitats or use someone else's creation as a template through the Steam workshop.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 2 Feb. 2025
The restaurant is the creation of the longtime hospitality pro Jenni Guizio, formerly a beverage director at Union Square Hospitality Group, who here is stepping for the first time into the role of proprietor.
—Helen Rosner, The New Yorker, 2 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for creation
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Each image stood as a testament to the artistry, innovation, and undeniable influence of Black beauty in the fashion and entertainment industries.—
Lyric Christian,
Essence,
7 Feb. 2025
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The key innovation is a hollow head, created through a 24-hour 3D printing process and a lattice structure inside the club.—
Edgar Thompson,
Orlando Sentinel,
7 Feb. 2025
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Hints that Captain America will lead a new super-team and face off against threats from parallel universes at the end of Brave New World harbinger a new MCU where X-Men, the Fantastic Four, and a handful of the Avengers all live and fight in the same universe.—
Eliana Dockterman,
TIME,
14 Feb. 2025
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By using telescopes to peer into the distant universe and study the phenomena observed there, astronomers can essentially see back in time.—
Ashley Strickland,
CNN,
13 Feb. 2025
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In addition to changing some of those policies and reforming the promotion and recruitment systems, the city hired a consultant to examine the employment practices and workplace culture of the fire department.—
Mike Hendricks,
Kansas City Star,
7 Feb. 2025
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More news: Daniel Cormier Disputes Jon Jones' GOAT Status After that loss, VanZant went 2-3 in the UFC before eventually departing the promotion and enjoying stints in BKFC, Misfits Boxing, and Power Slap.—
Yaakov Katz,
Newsweek,
7 Feb. 2025
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Except Gibson’s inventions are so brazen that this more nuanced argument gets lost.—
Alison Herman,
Variety,
6 Feb. 2025
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But controlling what's left of the other powers is a bit of a hassle, so the invention of nuclear weapons will be what gives you the last word on any negotiating table.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
6 Feb. 2025
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There is no difference between the digital world and the analog world to say it like this.—
Jim Tankersley,
New York Times,
15 Feb. 2025
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Here’s what happened in the Latin music world this week.—
Griselda Flores,
Billboard,
15 Feb. 2025
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Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more.—
Taylor Nicioli,
CNN,
17 Feb. 2025
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Many opted to keep some level of the digital advancements and customer care options that were created during the pandemic.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
14 Feb. 2025
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Their ultimate goal is to inspire students to take care of the planet, get outdoors, and appreciate the beauty of nature.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 Feb. 2025
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This is all part of the nature of academy football.—
Matt Woosnam,
The Athletic,
8 Feb. 2025
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“Creation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/creation. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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