as in modern
being or involving the latest methods, concepts, information, or styles
His team engineers futuristic technological gadgets that were once the stuff of science fiction. The newly redesigned car has a sleek, futuristic look.
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Recent Examples of futuristic
This combination elevated his signature futuristic sound to new heights.
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Ingrid Fajardo, Billboard, 14 Apr. 2025
Whether influenced by the vastness of space, the imaginative worlds of science fiction, the influence of pop culture, or the beauty of nature, futuristic baby names signify a sense of wonder and possibility.
—Fiona Tapp, Parents, 10 Apr. 2025
But Tron Lightcycle/Run—a two-year-old ride that simulated the feeling of being on a futuristic, high-speed bike—was the sole exception due to its newness and popularity.
—Jacqui Gifford, Travel + Leisure, 8 Apr. 2025
There's plenty to gawk at (and in my case, fall head over heels in love with) in this futuristic new Chevrolet Corvette concept from GM.
—New Atlas, 8 Apr. 2025
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Ingrid Fajardo, Billboard, 14 Apr. 2025
Whether influenced by the vastness of space, the imaginative worlds of science fiction, the influence of pop culture, or the beauty of nature, futuristic baby names signify a sense of wonder and possibility.
—Fiona Tapp, Parents, 10 Apr. 2025
But Tron Lightcycle/Run—a two-year-old ride that simulated the feeling of being on a futuristic, high-speed bike—was the sole exception due to its newness and popularity.
—Jacqui Gifford, Travel + Leisure, 8 Apr. 2025
There's plenty to gawk at (and in my case, fall head over heels in love with) in this futuristic new Chevrolet Corvette concept from GM.
—New Atlas, 8 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for futuristic
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Apostolic churches believe in modern day apostles and prophets, or those who claim to communicate directly with God and receive gifts of the Holy Spirit.—
Lauren Costantino,
Miami Herald,
20 Apr. 2025
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For us as Jews, Easter has far more sinister overtones — of the passages from the Gospels that gave birth to modern antisemitism, of passion plays, pogroms, and emotional fuel for the literal fires that consumed our people.—
Joshua Stanton,
New York Daily News,
20 Apr. 2025
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One of them, Hip Optical, which touts designer eyewear at non-designer prices, opened earlier this year across from the Apple Store and near True Food Kitchen and BJ’s Brewhouse.—
Howard Cohen,
Miami Herald,
24 May 2024
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The order arrived as a white, non-designer T-shirt, size 2XL.—
Sha Hua,
WSJ,
21 June 2022
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But contemporary critics such as Arthur Kropp, the president in 1991 of the progressive advocacy group People for the American Way, did see the dustup as a portent way back then.—
Daniel Engber,
The Atlantic,
18 Apr. 2025
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And even now, contemporary artists like Lady Gaga and Dua Lipa have embraced the disco beat.—
Alice George,
Smithsonian Magazine,
18 Apr. 2025
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First discovered: 4 hours ago, 12:37 p.m. April 18 Initial location: San Mateo County, Calif. Fire type: Wildfire Fire name: Hill Ic A new wildfire was reported today at 12:37 p.m. in San Mateo County.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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Season 5 to explore new relationship, show creator says While some may still be rooting for Emily to patch things up with Gabriel, the focus of this upcoming season will be Emily's relationship with Marcello, Star told Tudum.—
Amaris Encinas,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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Shop more lightweight cardigans inspired by Reese Witherspoon’s stylish top at Amazon below.—
Averi Baudler,
People.com,
25 Apr. 2025
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Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse London Heathrow Airport Known for its stylish and cheeky British hospitality, Virgin Atlantic’s Clubhouse includes premium alcohol with no up charge, including Laurent-Perrier La Cuvée Champagne and the the signature Virgin Redhead cocktail.—
Kaila Yu,
Forbes.com,
25 Apr. 2025
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Newly single Rachel Zoe, meanwhile, made a grand entrance flanked by a fashionable crew.—
Brianne Tracy,
People.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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By the 1960s, women were making more fashionable style choices.—
Joseph Hudak,
Rolling Stone,
15 Apr. 2025
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“Futuristic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/futuristic. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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