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Recent Examples of pioneering
Mark A. Aitken, Baltimore Sun, 9 Dec. 2024
This pioneering system has already been endorsed as an exceptional research and development innovation by the South Korean Ministry of Trade, Industry, and Energy.
—Kapil Kajal, Interesting Engineering, 9 Dec. 2024
The hotel spa promises to restore calm and serenity, with pioneering Tata Harper organic treatments, indoor and outdoor trompe l’oeil pools, and personalised pilates classes, and the three restaurants embed Le Coucou as Meribel’s chicest spot, and a winter trip to utterly treat yourself.
—Katharina Kotrba, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
Rabanne’s pioneering work redefined conventional notions about materials in apparel design.
—Fairchild Studio, WWD, 7 Dec. 2024
Even today, Intel is a pioneering gate-all-around transistor design, high NA EUV lithography, and glass substrate technology, to name a few.
—Jim McGregor, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
The pioneering heat pump facility uses renewable energy, extracting heat from seawater and nearby wind farms to provide heating to 25,000 homes.
—Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 1 Dec. 2024
Mary McGee, a pioneering figure in the world of motorsports, has passed away at the age of 87.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 30 Nov. 2024
Her pioneering spirit also earned her the title of an FIM Legend in 2012, along with an induction into the Off-Road Motorsports Hall of Fame in 2023.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 30 Nov. 2024
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With strategic investments, Maryland could become a leader not just in nuclear technology, setting the example for safe, scalable nuclear energy, but also in pioneering hydrogen applications that work in synergy with renewables.
—Mark A. Aitken, Baltimore Sun, 9 Dec. 2024
This pioneering system has already been endorsed as an exceptional research and development innovation by the South Korean Ministry of Trade, Industry, and Energy.
—Kapil Kajal, Interesting Engineering, 9 Dec. 2024
The hotel spa promises to restore calm and serenity, with pioneering Tata Harper organic treatments, indoor and outdoor trompe l’oeil pools, and personalised pilates classes, and the three restaurants embed Le Coucou as Meribel’s chicest spot, and a winter trip to utterly treat yourself.
—Katharina Kotrba, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
Rabanne’s pioneering work redefined conventional notions about materials in apparel design.
—Fairchild Studio, WWD, 7 Dec. 2024
Even today, Intel is a pioneering gate-all-around transistor design, high NA EUV lithography, and glass substrate technology, to name a few.
—Jim McGregor, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
The pioneering heat pump facility uses renewable energy, extracting heat from seawater and nearby wind farms to provide heating to 25,000 homes.
—Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 1 Dec. 2024
Mary McGee, a pioneering figure in the world of motorsports, has passed away at the age of 87.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 30 Nov. 2024
Her pioneering spirit also earned her the title of an FIM Legend in 2012, along with an induction into the Off-Road Motorsports Hall of Fame in 2023.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 30 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pioneering
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Reade, who is mostly sympathetic to Satan, casts the rebel angels as revolutionary subjects.Merve Emre, The New Yorker, 16 Dec. 2024
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This revolutionary feature soon to be available, will allow users to stream audio directly from public systems — like gym TVs, airport announcements, or museum exhibits—to their hearing aids or earbuds.Bill Schiffmiller, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024
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From founding the controversial alcoholic beverage Four Loko to becoming a leading entrepreneur in the better-for-you space, Chris Hunter has navigated an unconventional path to success.Dave Knox, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Neil Shen, the founding partner of HongShan – formerly known as Sequoia Capital China, topped an annual list of China’s best venture capital investors released on Tuesday by Forbes China, the licensed Chinese-language edition of Forbes magazine.Russell Flannery, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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The iconic actress — renowned for playing Sandra Clark on the '80s sitcom 227 — not only graced our screens for decades with unparalleled talent but also stands tall as the trailblazing first Black actress to clinch an Emmy for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series in 1987.Clay Cane, Peoplemag, 3 Feb. 2024
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As for the trailblazing March on Washington scene, Wolfe requested for organizers, attendees, and background characters to wear pastel hues and Leslie James accomplished that brilliantly.Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 18 Nov. 2023
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However, establishing an efficient DevOps program isn’t without its challenges.Igor Rikalo, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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The complexities of navigating the FDA approval process, conducting clinical trials, and establishing manufacturing and distribution networks demanded substantial investment.Geri Stengel, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Supported by First Tellurium’s advanced materials, PyroDelta has created thermoelectric technology that has been recognized by the National Science Foundation and introduces a new way to generate electricity using heat and cooling differences.Tyler Shepherd, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
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By combining advanced fibers and technologies like graphene and Lycra Coolmax, the concept offers durability and temperature regulation, seamlessly adapting to any adventure through special finishing techniques.SJ Studio, Sourcing Journal, 10 Dec. 2024
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Leaders in business, including Amazon and Google, have found that initiating multiple timely experimental business changes leads to making non-linear steps forward, and failures are seen only as learning experiences.Martin Zwilling, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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On Tuesday, during an extradition hearing at the Blair County Courthouse in Pennsylvania, Mangione was denied bail and chose to fight extradition back to New York, initiating a potentially lengthy process.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
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Believing in thriving together, PETRONAS adopts progressive collaboration models alongside its CCS endeavor, enabling new growth opportunities for players and exemplifying how pursuing sustainability can also maintain the vibrancy of existing businesses.PETRONAS Contributor, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
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In February, the broadcast veteran shared she had been diagnosed with primary progressive aphasia, a rare nervous system syndrome, and dementia.DeMicia Inman, VIBE.com, 16 Dec. 2024
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Worldly Whites and Alternative Sparklers While Sauvignon Blanc remains very popular, there’s a rising interest in introducing guests to a wider variety of aromatic white wines from around the world.Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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All Fresh Seafood was one of the first direct to consumer suppliers who took on the challenge of introducing fresh seafood to all Americans.Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
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“Pioneering.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pioneering. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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