as in tool
an interesting and often novel device with a practical use
she tried out a new gadget for weeding the garden
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Recent Examples of gadget
The Bullet3 isn’t trying to be an all-in-one gadget.
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New Atlas, 28 May 2026
However, the way to win in this new environment isn't to chase every new gadget.
—Boris Dzhingarov, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
Summer cooking doesn’t have to be exhaustive with these thoughtful tools, appliances, and gadgets.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 28 May 2026
These devices are not single-purchase gadgets like a smartwatch.
—Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 27 May 2026
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New Atlas, 28 May 2026
However, the way to win in this new environment isn't to chase every new gadget.
—Boris Dzhingarov, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
Summer cooking doesn’t have to be exhaustive with these thoughtful tools, appliances, and gadgets.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 28 May 2026
These devices are not single-purchase gadgets like a smartwatch.
—Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 27 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gadget
Noun
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And a health system’s ability to schedule surgeries is gated not just by the availability of doctors and nurses, but also by its ability to maintain a constant flow of clean, reusable medical tools to its operating rooms.—
Paul Sisson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
31 May 2026
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Josh Mattison, executive vice president of digital revenue pricing, planning and operations at Disney, who reports to Ferro, said in an interview that Ferro made a point to learn the ins and outs of the digital tools at Disney’s disposal.—
Lillian Rizzo,
CNBC,
31 May 2026
Noun
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If time permits, disconnect utilities and appliances.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
29 May 2026
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Use your smartphone to take pictures or videos of each room in your home — open closets and drawers, and record the serial numbers of items like appliances and electronics.—
Mateo Rosiles,
USA Today,
29 May 2026
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These small-but-mighty gizmos and gadgets are all under $10 and arrive with fast Prime shipping.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 Apr. 2026
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While that gizmo promised that just two sharp cracks from a pair of human hands could turn any electronic device on or off, sonogenetics requires significantly more finesse.—
Paul Sisson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Apr. 2026
Noun
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These genius contraptions help remove moisture from the air and can make a big difference in cooling down the house.—
Hallie Milstein,
Southern Living,
24 May 2026
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Eisler showed him how to position himself on a metal-and-wood contraption called a reformer.—
Natalie Meade,
New Yorker,
18 May 2026
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Common features include posts and pages, widgets, comment sections, and more.—
Jeremy Saks,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
26 May 2026
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The deep-learning assistant integrates with the company’s existing size widgets and retailer data portals, and rolls out for retail deployment at the start of June.—
Arthur Zaczkiewicz,
Footwear News,
26 May 2026
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Keep reading to shop for more accessories that complement a bright wedding guest dress.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
PEOPLE,
31 May 2026
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But the truth is, simply adding contrasting accessories, whether in color or style, is enough to achieve that different and cool touch.—
Marilú Almaguer,
Glamour,
31 May 2026
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By 2018, when Clémentin Bouquet joined the lab, the team was confident in its findings and ready to dig into the underlying mechanisms.—
Siddhant Pusdekar,
Quanta Magazine,
1 June 2026
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Partnerships between university research groups and commercial entities have historically served as one mechanism for de-risking early-stage process improvements before they are committed to a production line.—
Aditya Jadhav,
Interesting Engineering,
1 June 2026
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Brown said momentum has endured as a strategy because investors tend to continue rewarding companies benefiting from innovation cycles and favorable industry shifts, creating trends that can last longer than many expect.—
Yun Li,
CNBC,
30 May 2026
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Accelerating technological innovation Beyond software development, BYD is also investing heavily in the underlying hardware required for intelligent vehicles.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
30 May 2026
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“Gadget.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gadget. Accessed 3 Jun. 2026.
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