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as in inventions
something (as a device) created for the first time through the use of the imagination
Dr. Frankenstein was divinely proud of his creation, at least at first
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as in universes
the whole body of things observed or assumed
an unshakable belief in a primal source, a fount of all creation
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as in promotions
a raising or a state of being raised to a higher rank or position
the creation of an unprecedented number of new cardinals by the pope
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Recent Examples of creations
Loudly allows unlimited downloads of track creations, and even facilitates distribution to DSPs including Spotify.
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Hattie Lindert, Pitchfork, 29 Apr. 2026
The Food Processor quickly chops, slices, and shreds a wide array of ingredients for unlimited culinary creations, while the Coffee & Spice Grinder efficiently grinds coffee beans, spices, and herbs for superior flavor and potency.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 28 Apr. 2026
Many years later, when Hitler was Reich chancellor, his chief architect would observe that despite being head of state of Germany, the Führer was still drawing stage designs and scene sketches, spending weeks at a time on these creations and showing them to professionals.
—Literary Hub, 27 Apr. 2026
Those handmade creations quickly became something their family came to expect.
—Jordan Greene, PEOPLE, 27 Apr. 2026
The verdict Elizabeth Creamery isn’t about over-the-top creations or Instagram spectacles.
—Tristan Graziano, Charlotte Observer, 24 Apr. 2026
And even essentially optimistic AI creations, like Isaac Asimov’s robots, work only when fenced in by rigid rules.
—Keith Phipps, Vulture, 23 Apr. 2026
But the Kohler Foundation, recognizing his creations as powerful visuals of African American history and especially the experiences of Black veterans, purchased hundreds of pieces – documenting, displaying and distributing them to be appreciated across the country and beyond.
—Denise Crosby, Chicago Tribune, 21 Apr. 2026
Westinghouse’s creations, named Herbert Televox, Karina Van Televox, Telelux, Rastus, Willie Vocalite, and Elektro, were promoted as docile domestic workers.
—Matthew Wills, JSTOR Daily, 21 Apr. 2026
Hattie Lindert, Pitchfork, 29 Apr. 2026
The Food Processor quickly chops, slices, and shreds a wide array of ingredients for unlimited culinary creations, while the Coffee & Spice Grinder efficiently grinds coffee beans, spices, and herbs for superior flavor and potency.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 28 Apr. 2026
Many years later, when Hitler was Reich chancellor, his chief architect would observe that despite being head of state of Germany, the Führer was still drawing stage designs and scene sketches, spending weeks at a time on these creations and showing them to professionals.
—Literary Hub, 27 Apr. 2026
Those handmade creations quickly became something their family came to expect.
—Jordan Greene, PEOPLE, 27 Apr. 2026
The verdict Elizabeth Creamery isn’t about over-the-top creations or Instagram spectacles.
—Tristan Graziano, Charlotte Observer, 24 Apr. 2026
And even essentially optimistic AI creations, like Isaac Asimov’s robots, work only when fenced in by rigid rules.
—Keith Phipps, Vulture, 23 Apr. 2026
But the Kohler Foundation, recognizing his creations as powerful visuals of African American history and especially the experiences of Black veterans, purchased hundreds of pieces – documenting, displaying and distributing them to be appreciated across the country and beyond.
—Denise Crosby, Chicago Tribune, 21 Apr. 2026
Westinghouse’s creations, named Herbert Televox, Karina Van Televox, Telelux, Rastus, Willie Vocalite, and Elektro, were promoted as docile domestic workers.
—Matthew Wills, JSTOR Daily, 21 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for creations
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This agreement grants Inertia Enterprises rights to several foundational inventions necessary for building a fusion power plant.—
Aman Tripathi,
Interesting Engineering,
22 Apr. 2026
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Lately, some of the most interesting ideas showing up on resort menus and cruise ships aren’t coming from flashy new inventions, but from ingredients and dining concepts guests already know well, now resurfacing with new purpose.—
David Dickstein,
Oc Register,
22 Apr. 2026
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Two films, two aesthetic universes, and most importantly, two wardrobes that have clearly never spoken to each other.—
Maddalena Gomez,
Vanity Fair,
27 Apr. 2026
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Instead, our cinematic universes sprawl meanderingly, and so too does a franchise's cultural impact.—
Matthew Razak,
Space.com,
13 Apr. 2026
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Neither his name nor likeness were featured in the promotions, which preceded the 2026 election cycle by nearly three years.—
Mark Pazniokas,
Hartford Courant,
29 Apr. 2026
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Achievement means so much more than just the accolades, the business results and the promotions or career milestones.—
Kathryn Hopkins,
Footwear News,
28 Apr. 2026
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But rather than simply repeat the even-then ossified list of events leading to the invention of photography and the medium’s later innovations, the book uses a series of stories, reminiscences, and tall tales to describe how photography transformed everyday (and not so everyday) experience.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Apr. 2026
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Thanks to innovations from companies like ChargePoint, Tesla, Electrify America and more, electric vehicle charging is becoming a much quicker, more streamlined experience.—
Charles Singh,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2026
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When their fort reveals a magical ability to transport them to worlds across the globe, the girls embark on a whirlwind adventure that brings them closer again.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
30 Apr. 2026
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The two companies are working on an entertainment platform that will be connected to Fortnite and be filled with the company’s characters and worlds.—
Alex Weprin,
HollywoodReporter,
30 Apr. 2026
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Today’s advancements, such as waste management and precision irrigation, are not merely choices, but necessary investments for long-term survival.—
Arthur Zaczkiewicz,
Footwear News,
27 Apr. 2026
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The case stands as a powerful example of how advancements in forensic science, particularly utilizing DNA and forensic genetic genealogy, continue to transform cold case investigations, delivering answers even decades after crimes occur.—
Joseph Buczek,
CBS News,
25 Apr. 2026
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These observations suggest that small, mysterious moons with surprisingly different natures are the source of the particles that make up the two outermost rings, and that there are probably even more undiscovered moons to add to the 29 already known around Uranus.—
Keith Cooper,
Space.com,
22 Apr. 2026
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Last month, a Los Angeles jury found social media giants Meta and Google failed to warn children about the addictive natures of their platforms.—
Drew Aunkst,
CBS News,
21 Apr. 2026
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“Creations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/creations. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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