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
For example, when watching a science fiction movie, someone with high tolerance might be captivated by imaginative worlds and futuristic ideas, whereas someone with low tolerance might feel frustrated by the lack of realism and dismiss it as implausible.
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Mark Travers, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2025
The futuristic resort is part of Saudi Arabia’s bid to become a major new travel destination.
—Laura Begley Bloom, Forbes, 22 Mar. 2025
Demand for the futuristic-looking EV has fallen short of expectations and on Thursday, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration issued a recall for all 46,000 Cybertrucks on the road over exterior panels that can detach while driving.
—Robert Channick, Chicago Tribune, 22 Mar. 2025
In a more futuristic vein, the response to climate warming will create new technologies, some of them in the realm of geo-engineering which may be able to alter the effects of climate damage, but that might also be commandeered for harm.
—Mike O'Sullivan, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
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Mark Travers, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2025
The futuristic resort is part of Saudi Arabia’s bid to become a major new travel destination.
—Laura Begley Bloom, Forbes, 22 Mar. 2025
Demand for the futuristic-looking EV has fallen short of expectations and on Thursday, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration issued a recall for all 46,000 Cybertrucks on the road over exterior panels that can detach while driving.
—Robert Channick, Chicago Tribune, 22 Mar. 2025
In a more futuristic vein, the response to climate warming will create new technologies, some of them in the realm of geo-engineering which may be able to alter the effects of climate damage, but that might also be commandeered for harm.
—Mike O'Sullivan, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for futuristic
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The curved, low-profile silhouette creates a modern spin on the otherwise classic design, while the chair’s high-density foam filling offers superior support.—
Megan Schaltegger,
People.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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Most of the modern canal network originally dates to pre-Hispanic times, more than 1400 years ago.—
Ari Caramanica,
The Conversation,
8 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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Photo: Dominique Ricci While Quinta da Comporta offers a serene and nature-centric retreat, Sublime Comporta brings a more upscale, contemporary experience to the region.—
Monica Mendal,
Vogue,
18 Apr. 2025
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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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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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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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This hat offers a throwback ‘90s look while keeping you stylish and protected.—
Alesandra Dubin,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Apr. 2025
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While the material alone could have been basic, what Landon makes of it with such stylish and emotional execution is anything but.—
Katie Walsh,
Twin Cities,
11 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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