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as in inventive
having the skill and imagination to create new things
an imaginative child who is always writing short stories about her pet cat
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as in innovative
showing a noteworthy use of the imagination and creativity especially in inventing
found an imaginative gadget that can grind the beans and heat the water to brew coffee
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Recent Examples of imaginative
One longs for the sinewy action of a Transformers flick, or the imaginative gravity of something like the first Pacific Rim.
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Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 14 Mar. 2025
This can manifest in many ways, such as drawing, storytelling, building, or imaginative play.
—Sherri Gordon, Parents, 24 Feb. 2025
Over the last three years, following the deaths of her parents, Soto has been taking greater risks—creating imaginative cocktails, sourcing hard-to-find spirits, and building bar programs that are turning into travel destinations.
—Ximena N. Beltran Quan Kiu, Bon Appétit, 18 Feb. 2025
His imaginative and surreal architectural style is showcased throughout the city, offering a unique experience of creativity and vision.
—David Nikel, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025
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Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 14 Mar. 2025
This can manifest in many ways, such as drawing, storytelling, building, or imaginative play.
—Sherri Gordon, Parents, 24 Feb. 2025
Over the last three years, following the deaths of her parents, Soto has been taking greater risks—creating imaginative cocktails, sourcing hard-to-find spirits, and building bar programs that are turning into travel destinations.
—Ximena N. Beltran Quan Kiu, Bon Appétit, 18 Feb. 2025
His imaginative and surreal architectural style is showcased throughout the city, offering a unique experience of creativity and vision.
—David Nikel, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for imaginative
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Society 48, the resort's American brasserie, offers all-day dining featuring inventive global dishes that celebrate both land and sea.—
Carrie Coolidge,
Forbes,
21 Mar. 2025
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There’s also the Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame, the John Wayne Birthplace & Museum, inventive restaurants, luxury hotels, and one-of-a-kind boutiques (design a custom pair of boots at the first Lucchese Custom Collection store).—
Sophie-Claire Hoeller,
Vogue,
21 Mar. 2025
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How Blockchain Technology Can Provide Solutions Blockchain technology offers an innovative solution to many of these systemic problems by providing immutability in financial transactions.—
Raymond Qu,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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There isn’t yet a bulletproof replacement for the edible confetti aesthetic of artificial colors, but the natural world is full of colors, and innovative food ingredient companies are mining all that nature can offer.—
Ali Bouzari,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
28 Mar. 2025
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Also, being able to relinquish creative control was life-changing—though after a few months, the itch to perform her own music again seemed to return.—
Liam Hess,
Vogue,
26 Mar. 2025
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In addition to managing the brand’s image, Carolina focuses on communication while Camilla researches materials and creative elements.—
Naomi Rougeau,
Robb Report,
26 Mar. 2025
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The cut and fit of these is almost bespoke, and very clever.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
17 Mar. 2025
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This rapid cycle reduces costs, and allows clever businesses to be the first to market trends and consumer feedback updates.—
Haokun Qin,
Forbes,
17 Mar. 2025
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“Imaginative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/imaginative. Accessed 1 Apr. 2025.
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