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as in innovation
something (as a device) created for the first time through the use of the imagination
his clever invention made people's lives easier
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as in fiction
something that is the product of the imagination
unsurprisingly, the story about being kidnapped by aliens was pure invention
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as in imagination
the ability to form mental images of things that either are not physically present or have never been conceived or created by others
a writer with great invention, she is able to create on the page worlds that don't exist but certainly seem like they could
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as in creativity
the skill and imagination to create new things
a person of seemingly endless invention, Thomas Edison held a world-record 1,093 patents
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Recent Examples of invention
What happens to our beliefs when new inventions trample our traditions?
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Ann Kowal Smith, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
Still, no character is more transformed than José (portrayed by Diego Vásquez in later episodes), who becomes hyper-focused on his inventions and alchemy instead of the contentment of his wife and children.
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
Friends, we are gathered here today to discuss a strange linguistic invention: uncomfortability.
—Laura Bradley, Vulture, 4 Dec. 2024
With respect to crypto assets, the invention of Bitcoin and the blockchain—a secure and decentralized digital ledger—and the rise of social media, satisfied the first two requirements, but Wall Street and policymakers remained suspicious of the sector.
—John Cassidy, The New Yorker, 9 Dec. 2024
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Ann Kowal Smith, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
Still, no character is more transformed than José (portrayed by Diego Vásquez in later episodes), who becomes hyper-focused on his inventions and alchemy instead of the contentment of his wife and children.
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
Friends, we are gathered here today to discuss a strange linguistic invention: uncomfortability.
—Laura Bradley, Vulture, 4 Dec. 2024
With respect to crypto assets, the invention of Bitcoin and the blockchain—a secure and decentralized digital ledger—and the rise of social media, satisfied the first two requirements, but Wall Street and policymakers remained suspicious of the sector.
—John Cassidy, The New Yorker, 9 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for invention
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The goal is to enable safe innovation, not restrict it.Rajat Bhargava, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
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The most significant untapped source of innovation lies in public health practice itself.Caitlin Rivers, WIRED, 27 Dec. 2024
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On the power of seeing and being seen. … Paperback fiction 1.The California Independent Booksellers Alliance, Los Angeles Times, 18 Dec. 2024
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As the first Black winner of a RITA Award for romantic fiction, Ryan has written bestselling books that showcase beautiful, multifaceted, and nuanced characters.Lynnette Nicholas, Essence, 18 Dec. 2024
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Toys spark imagination, nurture learning, and build self-esteem.Noel Burgess, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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The best books of 2024 were narratives of resilience, interrogation and imagination.Shyla Watson, People.com, 16 Dec. 2024
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From the conversational finesse of chatbots and virtual assistants to the creativity unleashed in personalized content and the power of advanced data analysis, AI is becoming deeply embedded in our lives.Debdutta Guha, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
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Anderson has also added to the creativity and brilliance of Gibbs-White, with similar, invaluable attributes.Paul Taylor, The Athletic, 16 Dec. 2024
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The Green Wave's season has been a tale of streaks.Gord Magill, Newsweek, 21 Dec. 2024
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If only the state of the modern workplace were a Seussian tale.Ann Kowal Smith, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
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Unique design elements in the boutique include the Black Bay 58 experience table that allows its clients to engage with the fabrication of the product.Anthony DeMarco, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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The designer leaned into his formidable cutting skills and theatrical bent, designing with high-tech fabrications that interact with smartphones, with foam-like materials, and experimenting in garment reconfiguration.Miles Socha, WWD, 11 Dec. 2024
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This could lead to a new kind of assignment, such as collaborative exercises where students and AI co-create, ensuring that human ingenuity remains at the center.Dan Fitzpatrick, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
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From small space ingenuity to sleek modernism, these stunning spots are sure to spark some ideas for your next remodel.Alyssa Wolfe, Architectural Digest, 13 Dec. 2024
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The film is based on the best-selling novel by Freida McFadden and stars two of the hottest actresses of the moment, Sydney Sweeney and Amanda Seyfried.Paloma González, Glamour, 18 Dec. 2024
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The film was based on the novel of the same name by David Seals. Of those titles made by Black directors this year, there is Compensation, Ganja and Hess, Uptown Saturday Night, Will, and Zora Lathan Student Films.Nancy Tartaglione, Deadline, 17 Dec. 2024
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“Invention.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/invention. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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