as in advanced
being or employing the latest concepts, styles, or techniques
his insistent tracking shots and rapid-fire pacing earned him a reputation as a cutting-edge filmmaker
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as in vanguard
the innovators of new concepts, styles, and techniques especially in the arts
an urban enclave that has an established reputation for being hospitable to artists who are part of the cutting edge
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as in forefront
the leading or most important part of a movement
a company that has always been on the cutting edge of the new electronic media
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Recent Examples of cutting-edge
Mark Carey, The Athletic, 11 Feb. 2025
The space will showcase cutting edge technologies and AI solutions.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 5 Feb. 2025
Alex Knapp is a senior editor covering healthcare, science, and cutting edge technology who joined Forbes in 2011.
—Alex Knapp, Forbes, 29 Jan. 2025
As Canadian Prime Minister The doc series will also feature professionals working at the cutting edge of mental health research, therapy and brain therapy.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 29 Jan. 2025
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United are playing catch up at this cutting edge of the football industry and, despite making progress, there are no quick fixes.
—Mark Carey, The Athletic, 11 Feb. 2025
The space will showcase cutting edge technologies and AI solutions.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 5 Feb. 2025
Alex Knapp is a senior editor covering healthcare, science, and cutting edge technology who joined Forbes in 2011.
—Alex Knapp, Forbes, 29 Jan. 2025
As Canadian Prime Minister The doc series will also feature professionals working at the cutting edge of mental health research, therapy and brain therapy.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 29 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cutting-edge
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Fish added that Samsara faces no material competition, other than a few private telematics companies, as service providers and automakers have struggled to compete with Samsara’s more advanced technology.—
Pia Singh,
CNBC,
10 Mar. 2025
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Some grilles conceal forward-looking sensors that contribute to the car's suite of advanced driver assistance systems.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
10 Mar. 2025
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Black communities are usually at the creative vanguard, from Renaissance art movements to fashion and even colloquialisms.—
Jasmine Browley,
Essence,
3 Mar. 2025
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But the folks shepherding Command & Conquer, a vanguard series in the bygone genre of real-time strategy (RTS) games, are seemingly fueled by a different kind of Tiberium.—
Kevin Purdy,
Ars Technica,
28 Feb. 2025
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Navigating Political and Ethical Considerations of the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve By embracing bitcoin as a vital national reserve asset, the United States positions itself at the forefront of economic innovation, fiscal prudence, and visionary thinking.—
Dave Birnbaum,
Forbes,
7 Mar. 2025
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Known for its nontraditional approach to Japanese cuisine, the upscale Uchi was at the forefront of Wynwood’s ongoing shift from taco and pizza joints and craft beer bars to focusing on upscale restaurants.—
Connie Ogle,
Miami Herald,
7 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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This was especially true as business interests, working to undermine progressive New Deal labor policies such as a federal minimum wage and unemployment insurance, openly equated support for these policies with Communism.—
Rebecca Brenner Graham / Made by History,
TIME,
4 Mar. 2025
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In a heavily progressive city that voted 3-to-1 against President Donald Trump in November, there has been extensive disappointment over his initiatives since taking office.—
Don Stacom,
Hartford Courant,
4 Mar. 2025
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Their instantly arresting look pulled from David Bowie’s androgyny and the drag-culture underground in New York.—
August Brown,
Los Angeles Times,
1 Mar. 2025
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Gordon, who is also a health and wellness coach, has spent the last five-plus years in the psychedelic underground working primarily with people who experience chronic pain.—
Christine Ricciardi,
Boston Herald,
25 Feb. 2025
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These high priority recommendations are aimed at building a national conversation and consensus around new directions for the country as technology and innovation take center stage, and building new foundations for the U.S. capacity for innovation at the leading edge.—
Deborah Wince-Smith,
Forbes,
21 Feb. 2025
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The world hasn’t blown up — yet. Can’t be controlled One crucial difference, however, is that nuclear weapons could have been developed only by a few specialized scientists at the leading edge of their fields.—
Zeynep Tufekci,
The Mercury News,
12 Feb. 2025
Noun
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In a March 7, 2025, X/Twitter post, early Bitcoin pioneer Charlie Shrem reflected on the momentous shift in policy.—
Tonya M. Evans,
Forbes,
7 Mar. 2025
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Throughout his career, Ayers established himself as a pioneer of jazz-funk and was largely influential on the neo-soul movement.—
Steven J. Horowitz,
Variety,
6 Mar. 2025
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The setting may be unconventional, but the luxury is undeniable.—
Jordi Lippe-McGraw,
Forbes,
13 Mar. 2025
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His unconventional style and ventures (e.g., X Corp, SpaceX) and track record of turning ambitious ideas into reality is remarkable.—
Michael Khouw,
CNBC,
13 Mar. 2025
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“Cutting-edge.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cutting-edge. Accessed 16 Mar. 2025.
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