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as in innovative
having the skill and imagination to create new things
Thomas Edison's status as perhaps America's greatest creative genius
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as in imaginative
showing a noteworthy use of the imagination and creativity especially in inventing
always coming up with creative ways to use hamburger
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Recent Examples of creative
Hull is becoming quite the creative partner for prolific author Coben, who has an overall deal with Netflix.
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Peter White, Deadline, 29 Jan. 2026
Discussing his inspirations for the film, the creative highlights that the character Patryk is based on a real person, as is Maria.
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 29 Jan. 2026
Incredibly creative chefs and mixologists worked Northern Baja’s restaurants and bars during the glamor years, creating dishes and cocktails that have become global standards.
—Joe Yogerst, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
So must have thought Genny’s creative director Sara Cavazza Facchini when tapping Nicola Peltz Beckham to front the brand’s spring 2026 ad campaign.
—Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 29 Jan. 2026
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Peter White, Deadline, 29 Jan. 2026
Discussing his inspirations for the film, the creative highlights that the character Patryk is based on a real person, as is Maria.
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 29 Jan. 2026
Incredibly creative chefs and mixologists worked Northern Baja’s restaurants and bars during the glamor years, creating dishes and cocktails that have become global standards.
—Joe Yogerst, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
So must have thought Genny’s creative director Sara Cavazza Facchini when tapping Nicola Peltz Beckham to front the brand’s spring 2026 ad campaign.
—Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 29 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for creative
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These high-crew socks provide great moisture management and have an excellent warmth-to-weight ratio, thanks in part to the magic of the innovative merino weave Nuyarn.—
Scott Douglas,
Outside,
3 Feb. 2026
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Digital detox spaces and innovative spa treatments will help guests escape from everyday life, while rotating art exhibits and activities like cooking classes, wine pairings, and cultural immersions will offer meaningful connections to the destination.—
Beth Luberecki,
USA Today,
3 Feb. 2026
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Considered one of the most imaginative and creative playcallers in NFL history, Andy Reid will retain that role for the 2026 season.—
Jeff Fedotin,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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Perfect for builders ages 6 and up, this battle pack provides hours of imaginative play and makes an excellent addition to your existing Clone Wars collection.—
Mia Huelsbeck,
PEOPLE,
25 Jan. 2026
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Southern California is an ecologically diverse agricultural wonderland which yields a style of progressive cuisine that’s equal parts radical simplicity and playfully inventive, rooted in what are arguably the best farmers markets in the country.—
Emily Wilson,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
26 Jan. 2026
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Sant’ Angelo, an avant garde designer, was best known for his bohemian styles and inventive knitwear.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
23 Jan. 2026
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On the upside, brilliant solutions or clever ideas might suddenly occur to you.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
31 Jan. 2026
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NearTap is another clever feature that lets the user adjust the volume level using simple taps of the finger in front of the ear.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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Like many talented young athletes, Willis grew up playing several sports.—
Clark Fahrenthold,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 Jan. 2026
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Graham Green, Kelsey Asbille, Gil Birmingham and many other talented actors fill out the cast.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
26 Jan. 2026
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“Creative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/creative. Accessed 5 Feb. 2026.
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