as in to establish
to be responsible for the creation and early operation or use of
innovated a new system for filing books that dramatically improved efficiency in libraries
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Recent Examples of innovate
June 24, 2026 Today’s leaders need to be able to innovate over and over again despite fast-changing market conditions and a multitude of other uncertainities.
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Harvard Business Review,
24 June 2026
Advances in trauma surgery, prosthetics, rehabilitation medicine and even post-traumatic stress disorder treatments were all accelerated because war left no alternative but to innovate.
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Rob Lewis,
New York Daily News,
17 June 2026
These individuals are deeply collaborative, mission-driven and eager to innovate at the intersections of disciplines.
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Rachel Nuwer,
Scientific American,
16 June 2026
The great deregulation of religion led to a thriving marketplace, forcing churches to innovate and to compete for customers.
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Michael Luo,
New Yorker,
14 June 2026
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Harvard Business Review,
24 June 2026
Advances in trauma surgery, prosthetics, rehabilitation medicine and even post-traumatic stress disorder treatments were all accelerated because war left no alternative but to innovate.
—
Rob Lewis,
New York Daily News,
17 June 2026
These individuals are deeply collaborative, mission-driven and eager to innovate at the intersections of disciplines.
—
Rachel Nuwer,
Scientific American,
16 June 2026
The great deregulation of religion led to a thriving marketplace, forcing churches to innovate and to compete for customers.
—
Michael Luo,
New Yorker,
14 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for innovate
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Organizations considering a pilot should establish measurable outcomes upfront and track productivity, engagement, turnover, customer satisfaction, operational performance, and financial impact over time.
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The state has not yet begun reporting its results, but protocols were established in 2021.
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John Coltrane is another influential figure in the history of jazz, known for his pioneering innovations on the saxophone, notably his ability to create a complex, rapid-fire approach to chord progressions.
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Kentucky and North Carolina are pioneering new excise taxes on prediction market operators' fees, aiming to close the tax advantage.
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Investigators preliminarily determined many of the animals died from gunshot wounds, and the shelter has initiated legal action to recover remaining dogs.
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Moreover, goalkeepers are evolving into playmakers, initiating attacks from the back rather than just clearing, effectively acting as an additional outfield player.
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Both men argue Los Angeles should consider creating a dedicated anti-squatter task force to help law enforcement distinguish legitimate tenant disputes from cases involving criminal conduct.
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The relaxed fit keeps air circulating while the long skirt design creates an effortless silhouette.
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Instead of doubling down on a flawed system, policymakers can make gradual changes by introducing new tax categories in the existing framework and imposing taxes that correspond to the alcoholic content of that category.
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In its opening match, Cape Verde introduced itself with a draw against mighty Spain.
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The pyrotechnics were launched from eight barges on the Potomac River and spots in West Potomac Park.
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Videos of the pyrotechnics display show the pitch filling with tall showers of sparks and dense smoke as dozens of fireworks launched upward.
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America, whose Constitution was formulated by white men, struggled to live up to its founding ideals in the days of slavery and displacement of Native Americans.
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Dioz was co-founded by Johnny, 44, and his brother Tony in 2006.
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It is expected that MLB will institute a lockout following the CBA’s expiration, and the lockout could threaten the 2027 season.
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It’s built into the fabric of an organization, not instituted through a policy or technique.
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“Innovate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/innovate. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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