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as in innovative
showing a noteworthy use of the imagination and creativity especially in inventing
inventive electronic games inventive ways to use leftovers
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as in creative
having the skill and imagination to create new things
an inventive youth, he devised an automatic feeding system for his dog
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Recent Examples of inventive
As an ancient threat endangers Vikings and dragons alike on the isle of Berk, the unlikely friendship between Hiccup, an inventive Viking, and Toothless, a Night Fury dragon, becomes the key to both species forging a new future together.
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Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 16 Apr. 2025
Over the course of his three decade-spanning career from the 1950s through 1980s, Krause has designed sets for over 180 productions, earning acclaim for his inventive and elegant visual style.
—Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 13 Apr. 2025
Menus now feature more inventive options designed to surprise.
—Rachel King, Forbes.com, 11 Apr. 2025
Loewe may be entering a new chapter, but the house’s commitment to supporting the work of the world’s most accomplished and inventive craftspeople isn’t showing any signs of wavering.
—Liam Hess, Vogue, 11 Apr. 2025
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Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 16 Apr. 2025
Over the course of his three decade-spanning career from the 1950s through 1980s, Krause has designed sets for over 180 productions, earning acclaim for his inventive and elegant visual style.
—Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 13 Apr. 2025
Menus now feature more inventive options designed to surprise.
—Rachel King, Forbes.com, 11 Apr. 2025
Loewe may be entering a new chapter, but the house’s commitment to supporting the work of the world’s most accomplished and inventive craftspeople isn’t showing any signs of wavering.
—Liam Hess, Vogue, 11 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for inventive
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Its innovative dial was made to flip over so the metal back case would face the sun while on the wrist during a match, so the dial wouldn’t get damaged.—
Paige Reddinger,
Robb Report,
3 May 2025
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For the Formula 1 fan, WWD picked a quartet of watches that are likely to get the heart racing thanks to innovative materials, high-flying complications and feats of engineering.—
Lily Templeton,
Footwear News,
2 May 2025
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Lucinda Hicks has been named CEO of Sister Group, the fast-rising creative giant co-founded by Elizabeth Murdoch and Jane Featherstone.—
Alex Ritman,
Variety,
1 May 2025
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One man even stopped to stand with the creative team of the Ravens just to see live television in motion.—
Billie Melissa,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 May 2025
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The Hollywood Climate Summit The Hollywood Climate Summit celebrates its fifth anniversary by helping the entertainment industry tackle climate issues through imaginative teamwork.—
Arthur Zaczkiewicz,
Footwear News,
5 May 2025
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Few could produce an environment that layers raw materials in a way that feels not only imaginative, but intentional.—
Brett Braley,
Robb Report,
23 Apr. 2025
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Instant Spa Shower Gift Box: $55 Turn mom’s shower into a spa-like experience with this clever gift set from UncommonGood.—
Nora Colomer
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FOXNews.com,
3 May 2025
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This is an alternative look at the final four weeks of the league campaign, searching for storylines and narratives that could impact betting markets and provide opportunities for clever wagers.—
Sam Tighe,
New York Times,
2 May 2025
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“Inventive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inventive. Accessed 9 May. 2025.
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