as in to establish
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innovated a new system for filing books that dramatically improved efficiency in libraries
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Recent Examples of innovate
In addition to breaking new ground technologically, New Orleans is innovating on program structure, proposing novel data-sharing agreements to legitimize the Project NOLA model.
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Logan Seacrest, Boston Herald, 16 July 2025
Companies that are always on the offensive — innovating, reaching out to customers, and looking for new opportunities — are the ones that thrive.
—Jj Rosen, The Tennessean, 15 July 2025
Beyoncé is one of the most influential artists of her generation, and her ability to innovate musically has made her unreleased material especially coveted by fans and within the industry.
—Hollie Silverman, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 July 2025
In the short-term the ability and volition to adapt while preserving an internal mora; compass, will shape business’ impact and reputation, but also their capacity to innovate and ultimately, their profitability.
—Cornelia C. Walther, Forbes.com, 11 July 2025
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Logan Seacrest, Boston Herald, 16 July 2025
Companies that are always on the offensive — innovating, reaching out to customers, and looking for new opportunities — are the ones that thrive.
—Jj Rosen, The Tennessean, 15 July 2025
Beyoncé is one of the most influential artists of her generation, and her ability to innovate musically has made her unreleased material especially coveted by fans and within the industry.
—Hollie Silverman, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 July 2025
In the short-term the ability and volition to adapt while preserving an internal mora; compass, will shape business’ impact and reputation, but also their capacity to innovate and ultimately, their profitability.
—Cornelia C. Walther, Forbes.com, 11 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for innovate
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The plan is the department's effort to establish a clear vision while seeking community input to create a roadmap for the department over the next five years.—
Jade Jackson,
IndyStar,
24 July 2025
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While people had always moved between the U.S.-Mexico border, migration increased exponentially after the U.S. government, facing a labor shortage in World War II, established the Bracero program, which brought millions of Mexican contract workers to the U.S.—
Jimmy Patino,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 July 2025
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Scientists at Newcastle University in northern England have now pioneered a new IVF technique that combines a mother’s egg and father’s sperm with a second egg from a donor woman.—
Vanessa Etienne,
People.com,
19 July 2025
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Disneyland pioneered new technologies, such as audio-animatronics and advanced ride systems, that are now commonplace in theme parks.—
Eve Chen,
USA Today,
18 July 2025
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Train managers to initiate—not just relay—purpose conversations.—
HEC Paris Insights,
Forbes.com,
22 July 2025
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Jefferies initiated coverage of the data management software stock with a buy rating and a $22 per share price target, which is about 17% above Friday's $18.79 close.—
Brian Evans,
CNBC,
21 July 2025
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Complete the Look Banana Republic Factory Linen-Blend Quilted Jumpsuit A set of coveralls like this linen-blend style can create a stylish no-fuss outfit.—
Rylee Johnston,
People.com,
27 July 2025
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Do not follow large vehicles closely - Large vehicles like trucks or buses can create a spray of water that can reduce your visibility.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
26 July 2025
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And Lee and Kirby continued to crank out their stories, introducing characters as varied and memorable as the Black Panther, Dr. Doom, Nick Fury, and Thor.—
Oliver Staley,
Time,
25 July 2025
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While the duo filmed their scenes for the movie over the course of a month, there were a few days when one of the pair wasn’t working — and the generous parents didn’t miss out on the chance to bring baby Crew along to the set and even to introduce him to Sandler himself.—
Luke Chinman,
People.com,
25 July 2025
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Specifically, Roblox has launched a License Manager that allows partners to work with eligible developers.—
Stewart Clarke,
Deadline,
15 July 2025
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Isabel Fan, Southeast Asia Director at Tesla, also announced that the company would soon launch a showroom in the Indian capital of New Delhi, according to a report from CNBC-TV18.—
Dylan Butts,
CNBC,
15 July 2025
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The company was founded by Paola Peraza Calderon, Ry Walker, Greg Neiheisel, Viraj Parekh, and Pete DeJoy.—
Sandy Carter,
Forbes.com,
26 July 2025
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While the group calls itself Hong Kong Parliament, its electoral organizing committee was founded in Canada and its influence is limited.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
26 July 2025
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Trump believes that instituting (or threatening to institute) tariffs is one way to correct this.—
William Z. Fox,
Baltimore Sun,
14 July 2025
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Censorship like this isn't unheard of stateside, it should be said, as streaming giants like Disney+ have been found to have instituted a sweeping round of cuts to films like Toy Story 2 and series like Hannah Montana on its platform.—
Ryan Coleman Updated,
EW.com,
14 July 2025
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“Innovate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/innovate. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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