as in tool
an interesting and often novel device with a practical use
she tried out a new gadget for weeding the garden
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Recent Examples of gadget
The company is Asia’s most valuable technology firm, and produces semiconductors that are used across devices from consumer gadgets to large-scale data centers.
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Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 24 Apr. 2026
Although Nikki, who has a knack for DIY mechanical engineering, is able to furnish the gang with new gadgets, their plans pretty much always come down to almost getting eaten by some enormous otherworldly creature before being rescued at the last possible millisecond by El’s telekinesis.
—Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 23 Apr. 2026
Instead of high-tech fit gadgets, consumers expressed a preference for practical tools that address their immediate frustrations.
—Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 23 Apr. 2026
Currently on Kickstarter, the Luxo is a compact multi-use gadget constructed of aluminum alloy and ABS, which fits easily in a pocket or clips onto a backpack/hangs from a keyring.
—Shirl Leigh
april 23, New Atlas, 23 Apr. 2026
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Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 24 Apr. 2026
Although Nikki, who has a knack for DIY mechanical engineering, is able to furnish the gang with new gadgets, their plans pretty much always come down to almost getting eaten by some enormous otherworldly creature before being rescued at the last possible millisecond by El’s telekinesis.
—Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 23 Apr. 2026
Instead of high-tech fit gadgets, consumers expressed a preference for practical tools that address their immediate frustrations.
—Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 23 Apr. 2026
Currently on Kickstarter, the Luxo is a compact multi-use gadget constructed of aluminum alloy and ABS, which fits easily in a pocket or clips onto a backpack/hangs from a keyring.
—Shirl Leigh
april 23, New Atlas, 23 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gadget
Noun
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That would mark the first withdrawal under this tool since February 2025, according to Bloomberg calculations based on the operation plan released late on Friday.—
Bloomberg,
Bloomberg,
27 Apr. 2026
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Leavitt is still more a collection of tools than a finished product right now, but those tools have first-round upside, to be sure.—
Nick Baumgardner,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Far from corporate greed or anticompetitive behavior, competitive discounts driven by volume and supply chain efficiencies fuel free markets, helping families save money on groceries, appliances, TVs, cellphones, computers and cars.—
Stephen Moore,
Boston Herald,
24 Apr. 2026
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Think older apartment buildings sans stainless steel appliances.—
Desiree Mathurin
April 24,
Charlotte Observer,
24 Apr. 2026
Noun
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These small-but-mighty gizmos and gadgets are all under $10 and arrive with fast Prime shipping.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 Apr. 2026
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While that gizmo promised that just two sharp cracks from a pair of human hands could turn any electronic device on or off, sonogenetics requires significantly more finesse.—
Paul Sisson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The contraption was notably simple, engineering experts told Fox News Digital, and didn't reflect particularly advanced mechanical engineering for a graduating senior at Caltech.—
Asra Q. Nomani , Peter D'Abrosca,
FOXNews.com,
26 Apr. 2026
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When repeatedly tested on the magician's stovepipe chapeau, the contraption — which was intended to make the hat disappear — seemingly failed.—
Matt Cabral,
Entertainment Weekly,
13 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The career mode now gets real-world sponsors; there are new, super-nerdy widgets for the HUD that detail the innerworkings of the powertrain and ECU; track art, foliage, and environmental lighting have seen a lift; and AI has been further balanced, just to name a few other touch-ups.—
Adam Ismail,
The Drive,
25 Mar. 2026
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This runs the gamut, including AI agents, an AI assistant, content summarization, risk prediction, text generation, and widget creation.—
Ruben Circelli,
PC Magazine,
10 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Over a hundred volunteers helped students find the right attire, shoes and accessories.—
Staff Photographer,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Apr. 2026
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Books about books, garments from Paloma Wool and Kiko Kostadinov, and trinket-y accessories are just the start, so grab an Americano or homemade cookie from its café menu to aid in your journey.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Apr. 2026
Noun
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This Oxo spinner remains one of the most reliable options, with a smooth pump mechanism and sturdy construction that holds up better than most.—
Jennifer Zyman,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
28 Apr. 2026
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Together, these mechanisms prevent the battery’s active materials from degrading or from escaping across the membrane, thereby ensuring long-term stability.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
27 Apr. 2026
Noun
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At first glance, AI companions for lonely seniors can seem dystopian, looking less like innovation than a bleak sign of social failure.—
Catherine Thorbecke,
Twin Cities,
25 Apr. 2026
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In response, much of the conversation about education has focused on skills, knowledge, and innovation.—
Peter Folan,
Boston Herald,
25 Apr. 2026
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“Gadget.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gadget. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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