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one who creates or introduces something new
the inventor of the electric light bulb
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Recent Examples of inventor
The bar’s signature Brunello Bloody Mary nods to the hotel’s long-standing history as the drink's inventors and remains a house classic, richer and more savory than most, thanks to the wine-forward twist.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Apr. 2026
The Baker-Burke moment at Dodger Stadium remains the most widely cited, but the Louisville claim carries real weight — and the cultural threads running through military history and Black American vernacular suggest the gesture may not have had a single inventor at all.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 27 Apr. 2026
The great-great-grandson of Frank Zamboni, the inventor of his namesake ice-cleaning vehicle, attended his first postseason game since the Comeback on Katella, a Ducks double-overtime victory over Edmonton in the second round in 2017.
—Todd Harmonson, Oc Register, 25 Apr. 2026
Russell runs the company alongside Casey Machado, the original inventor of Orpheus.
—Jacob Wycoff, CBS News, 23 Apr. 2026
At the time, the board turned to Jobs, a prolific inventor who co-founded the company before being pushed out in 1985, to return as CEO.
—Allison Morrow, CNN Money, 21 Apr. 2026
Named Leonardo after the Renaissance painter, scientist and inventor Leonardo da Vinci and decorated with lavish chandeliers, antique mirrors and artwork that pays homage to the famous Old Master, the restaurant at 2000 Collins Ave.
—Connie Ogle
april 20, Miami Herald, 20 Apr. 2026
His inventions included an efficient alternating generator and a three-phase electrical circuit, according to the Lemelson MIT website devoted to support of modern-day inventors.
—Michael Kilian, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
Chiffon cake’s origin story is fascinating, starting with an insurance salesman who moved to Hollywood, and ending in classic capitalism (the inventor ultimately sold his formula to General Mills).
—Shilpa Uskokovic, Bon Appetit Magazine, 13 Apr. 2026
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Apr. 2026
The Baker-Burke moment at Dodger Stadium remains the most widely cited, but the Louisville claim carries real weight — and the cultural threads running through military history and Black American vernacular suggest the gesture may not have had a single inventor at all.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 27 Apr. 2026
The great-great-grandson of Frank Zamboni, the inventor of his namesake ice-cleaning vehicle, attended his first postseason game since the Comeback on Katella, a Ducks double-overtime victory over Edmonton in the second round in 2017.
—Todd Harmonson, Oc Register, 25 Apr. 2026
Russell runs the company alongside Casey Machado, the original inventor of Orpheus.
—Jacob Wycoff, CBS News, 23 Apr. 2026
At the time, the board turned to Jobs, a prolific inventor who co-founded the company before being pushed out in 1985, to return as CEO.
—Allison Morrow, CNN Money, 21 Apr. 2026
Named Leonardo after the Renaissance painter, scientist and inventor Leonardo da Vinci and decorated with lavish chandeliers, antique mirrors and artwork that pays homage to the famous Old Master, the restaurant at 2000 Collins Ave.
—Connie Ogle
april 20, Miami Herald, 20 Apr. 2026
His inventions included an efficient alternating generator and a three-phase electrical circuit, according to the Lemelson MIT website devoted to support of modern-day inventors.
—Michael Kilian, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
Chiffon cake’s origin story is fascinating, starting with an insurance salesman who moved to Hollywood, and ending in classic capitalism (the inventor ultimately sold his formula to General Mills).
—Shilpa Uskokovic, Bon Appetit Magazine, 13 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for inventor
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Throughout her trip to the United States, the Queen has reliably chosen British designers in a subtle showing of sartorial support of her homeland.—
Elise Taylor,
Vanity Fair,
29 Apr. 2026
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There are editors, costume designers, production designers, and obviously the cast, each with outlets that want their point of view.—
Daren Smith,
IndieWire,
29 Apr. 2026
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Optics and chemical developers, and aluminum and cement factories, were also hit.—
Amir-Hussein Radjy,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Apr. 2026
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Green fertilizer developer Atome will go ahead with a 260,000-ton-per-year plant in Villeta, Paraguay, the first industrial-scale facility of its kind to hit that milestone, CEO Olivier Mussat told Semafor.—
Natasha Bracken,
semafor.com,
28 Apr. 2026
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Today guests come not from Rome as the Cité’s founders did, but from across France, northern Spain (the border is just two hours away), England (there are direct Ryanair flights to Carcassonne’s small airport), as well as the US.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Apr. 2026
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The idea to create these pieces, which deftly straddle the world of art and fashion, came from a sketch that founder Erin Saluti made more than a decade ago—her dream purse, made from a block of wood.—
Mark Ellwood,
Robb Report,
28 Apr. 2026
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For a longstanding comedy series like ABC‘s Abbott Elementary, creator Quinta Brunson faces the challenge every season of expanding characters’ backstories and keeping things interesting for those who have watched since Season 1.—
Dessi Gomez,
Deadline,
26 Apr. 2026
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RuPaul’s Drag Race stars Willam, Trinity the Tuck, Morgan McMichaels, Gottmik and Symone were also in the mix, as was TikTok creator Harry Daniels, who was reportedly waiting at the door to serenade her on arrival.—
Seth Abramovitch,
HollywoodReporter,
26 Apr. 2026
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On June 4, the Inflection Point Healthcare Summit will bring together our federal and state policymakers, top innovators and leaders from our healthcare institutions.—
Chris Brandt,
Baltimore Sun,
28 Apr. 2026
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Stevie Wonder may be the greater innovator.—
New York Times,
New York Times,
28 Apr. 2026
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Sandy Saldano, owner of Therapeutic Kneads, is the event coordinator and the originator of the event.—
Myrna Petlicki,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Apr. 2026
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Jordan stepped into the leading role on April 21 after originator Jonathan Groff departed and a short stint by Glee star Matthew Morrison.—
Hedy Phillips,
PEOPLE,
24 Apr. 2026
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“Inventor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inventor. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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