1
as in alternative
taking the place of one that came before
after my bike was stolen, my scooter became my new mode of transportation
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2
as in novel
not known or experienced before
Spanish was a new course of study for her advances in optical technology allow us to observe new planets
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3
as in fresh
recently made and never used before
that unique scent that comes with a new car
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4
as in refreshed
made or become fresh in spirits or vigor
a little rest made him a new man after the exhausting basketball game
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5
as in modern
being or involving the latest methods, concepts, information, or styles
new techniques in plastic surgery
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new information
new technology
new ideas
a new system
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Recent Examples of new
Chris Lee, Vulture, 18 Apr. 2025
Meanwhile, Idina Menzel chats about her new musical Redwood in N.Y.C., and Louis Tomlinson steps out with his girlfriend Zara McDermott in Malibu, California.
—Alexandra Schonfeld, People.com, 18 Apr. 2025
These new data show a stronger – but still relatively weak – signal that the team attributes to DMS or a very similar molecule.
—Daniel Apai, The Conversation, 18 Apr. 2025
Update: Republished on April 7 with reports into new surge in mobile attacks.
—Zak Doffman, Forbes.com, 7 Apr. 2025
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Even if not directly inspired by the Warner Bros. copyright-reversion pact, a spate of new deals and recent negotiations represent a sudden tilt in the Hollywood power balance.
—Chris Lee, Vulture, 18 Apr. 2025
Meanwhile, Idina Menzel chats about her new musical Redwood in N.Y.C., and Louis Tomlinson steps out with his girlfriend Zara McDermott in Malibu, California.
—Alexandra Schonfeld, People.com, 18 Apr. 2025
These new data show a stronger – but still relatively weak – signal that the team attributes to DMS or a very similar molecule.
—Daniel Apai, The Conversation, 18 Apr. 2025
Update: Republished on April 7 with reports into new surge in mobile attacks.
—Zak Doffman, Forbes.com, 7 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for new
Adjective
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The ranking blends all major forms of consumption — sales, streams, and radio airplay — to show which tracks in the rock and alternative spheres are performing best in the U.S.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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All the content is derived from Wikipedia and is freely licensed under two open-source licenses: the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 and the GNU Free Documentation License (GFDL), though public domain or alternative licenses may apply in some cases.—
Will McCurdy,
PC Magazine,
19 Apr. 2025
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To keep it looking full and fresh all season, the manufacturer suggests a novel tip—just hit it with a hairdryer on low for effortless dusting.—
Miles Walls,
Better Homes & Gardens,
19 Apr. 2025
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Space Omics and Medical Atlas (SOMA) across orbits Madison’s reporting focuses on marine and environmental issues, climate change, and novel scientific discoveries related to health and technology.—
Discover Magazine,
Discover Magazine,
18 Apr. 2025
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The whiskey is fresh and fruit-forward, with crisp apple, baking spice, and herbal undertones.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
26 Apr. 2025
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Offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels has a history of rotating running backs to keep them fresh while carving out specific roles on third down.—
Chad Graff,
New York Times,
26 Apr. 2025
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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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Set on nearly 200 acres along Germany’s Baltic coast and newly listed by Sylt Sotheby's International Realty for €185 million (roughly $202 million), the estate speaks with the authority of time—an estate built for legacy, not display.—
Paul Jebara,
Forbes.com,
16 Apr. 2025
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This all comes as Kate Middleton is newly recovered from cancer and King Charles is still battling cancer, with Prince William stepping up in his duties to help his father, who, despite his illness, some reports indicate, doesn’t want to hand over the throne to his son.—
Lissete Lanuza Sáenz,
StyleCaster,
16 Apr. 2025
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The trip to Brentford is little more than a lower mid-table meeting, but United’s other three engagements could have more riding on them.—
Mark Critchley,
New York Times,
19 Apr. 2025
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The president and his administration accuse Harvard, among other universities, of allowing antisemitism to flourish on campus, endangering Jewish students.—
Trevor Hughes,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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For example, some autistic adults are more comfortable spending time with family and lifelong friends, while others may feel more comfortable socializing with unfamiliar people.—
Heidi Moawad, MD,
Verywell Health,
18 Apr. 2025
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As for the identity of Aradia herself, the name is unfamiliar to contemporary speakers of the dialects spoken in the Tuscany and Romagna regions that Leland allegedly visited.—
Angelica Frey,
JSTOR Daily,
18 Apr. 2025
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Plot details for Star Wars: Starfighter have yet to be released, but viewers can expect a brand-new adventure with new characters.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
People.com,
20 Apr. 2025
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Currently, enough Americans prioritize replacing their devices with brand-new ones that Back Market only sells about one-third of its stock in the U.S., says Hug de Larauze.—
Tom Huddleston Jr.,
CNBC,
20 Apr. 2025
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“New.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/new. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.
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