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
Tech Fix Minimalist gadgets like the new Light Phone III, a smartphone that barely does anything, promise to help us focus.
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Brian X. Chen, New York Times, 6 Apr. 2025
Meta, Amazon and Alphabet also produce consumer gadgets but make billions of dollars annually from ads purchased by brands in other countries, which some analysts say could also drop if these advertisers pull back spending.
—Los Angeles Times, Boston Herald, 5 Apr. 2025
Originally produced by American retailer ThinkGeek, the gadget is now a rare and sought-after piece among fans of the franchise.
—Kevin Sabet, Newsweek, 24 Mar. 2025
Spring cleaning can be a breeze with the right gadget.
—Clara McMahon, People.com, 23 Mar. 2025
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Brian X. Chen, New York Times, 6 Apr. 2025
Meta, Amazon and Alphabet also produce consumer gadgets but make billions of dollars annually from ads purchased by brands in other countries, which some analysts say could also drop if these advertisers pull back spending.
—Los Angeles Times, Boston Herald, 5 Apr. 2025
Originally produced by American retailer ThinkGeek, the gadget is now a rare and sought-after piece among fans of the franchise.
—Kevin Sabet, Newsweek, 24 Mar. 2025
Spring cleaning can be a breeze with the right gadget.
—Clara McMahon, People.com, 23 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gadget
Noun
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The website offers screening and assessment tools, informational articles, self-help guides and a guide to providers in Kane County.—
Aurora Beacon-News,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Apr. 2025
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Clinics, meanwhile, grapple with strict 340B compliance requirements—often without adequate staff or tools to manage efficiently.—
Craig Lebrau,
USA Today,
14 Apr. 2025
Noun
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If time permits, disconnect utilities and appliances.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Apr. 2025
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The new tariffs affect not only steel, aluminum, and appliances but also critical construction items like gypsum and concrete.—
John W. Dean,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Apr. 2025
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The site features new deals each and every day on just about every kind of gadget, gizmo, and appliance out there.—
Cierra Cowan,
PC Magazine,
27 Mar. 2025
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Check out some of the latest tech gizmos that caught our eye this season.—
Jennifer Jolly,
USA TODAY,
11 Mar. 2025
Noun
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This little contraption hooks onto the tray table to give your legs a more natural, elevated position.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Apr. 2025
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Ditch the giant Hula-Hoop in Vegas Even though Fremont Street’s pedestrian mall resembles a circus, the Las Vegas City Council does not permit such cirque contraptions as unicycles or Hula-Hoops wider than 4 feet.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Like on Apple Watch, these complications/widgets will show glanceable information like weather, next calendar event, step count, etc.—
Andrew Williams,
Forbes,
18 Mar. 2025
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There’s a folder of Google apps on the home screen, along with a widget filled with OnePlus apps.—
PCMAG,
PCMAG,
7 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Spanning over two levels, the ground floor sets the tone with a gallery-like space, where ready-to-wear and accessories are presented against industrial-chic interiors punctuated by fluted plexiglass paneling.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
10 Apr. 2025
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The report said people also seem to be traveling with their pets more and more, with pet accessories being a more common sight in lost luggage.—
Zach Wichter,
USA Today,
9 Apr. 2025
Noun
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For social equity licensing to succeed in any industry, there must be enforceable mechanisms to prevent exploitation and ensure that benefits reach those who need them most.—
Summer Westerbur,
Rolling Stone,
27 Jan. 2025
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Existing property tax financing and incentive mechanisms can be modified to better channel investment to cultural institutions.—
George Cardenas,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Jan. 2025
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Now, the military is trying to keep up with the innovation going on in the private sector—AI and autonomous vehicles, drones, etc.—
Edward Felsenthal,
TIME,
16 Mar. 2025
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To this end, the company is preparing for rapid expansion, robust reliability testing, and continued innovation, emphasizing robots manufacturing robots for future growth.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
16 Mar. 2025
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“Gadget.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gadget. Accessed 19 Apr. 2025.
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