1
as in initial
coming before all others in time or order
the original plan had to be discarded when the situation changed drastically
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2
as in innovative
having the skill and imagination to create new things
an original artist who wanted his paintings to convey his emotional responses to the people, objects, and landscapes he painted
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3
as in novel
not known or experienced before
separate categories for original and adapted screenplays
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as in prototype
something from which copies are made
please make copies to hand out, but keep the original
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as in eccentric
a person of odd or whimsical habits
the town's singing mailman is an original, all right
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Recent Examples of original
Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Apr. 2025
Banks is all for flipping the original script entirely on its head.
—Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 19 Apr. 2025
Ailsa Chang, NPR, 18 Apr. 2025
Nine Puzzles marks the latest Korean original for Disney+, which this year has already launched investigative thriller Unmasked and medical thriller Hyper Knife.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 17 Apr. 2025
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Adjective
Singer, producer, and actor Lenny Kravitz is known for blending styles to create something totally original.
—Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Apr. 2025
Banks is all for flipping the original script entirely on its head.
—Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 19 Apr. 2025
Noun
And also the counterfeiters also make clothes or accessories and other goods that are often just as good or hard to spot as the originals.
—Ailsa Chang, NPR, 18 Apr. 2025
Nine Puzzles marks the latest Korean original for Disney+, which this year has already launched investigative thriller Unmasked and medical thriller Hyper Knife.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 17 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for original
Adjective
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His remarks came as markets began to stabilize following initial uncertainty about the administration's trade tactics.—
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Apr. 2025
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To get a more complete picture of the impact of Trump’s initial tariff policies on the sporting goods and apparel industry, Sportico obtained a list of suppliers for 11 major companies that share their facilities on the platform Open Supply Hub.—
Lev Akabas,
Sportico.com,
10 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The agricultural sector is constantly evolving, with farmers adopting innovative practices based on research and technology.—
Ellen Choi,
Forbes.com,
30 Mar. 2025
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They are cited as a formative influence on many rock bands of the 20th century, with their innovative use of the Marshall stack system and incorporating synthesisers into their production.—
Caroline Frost,
Deadline,
30 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Giving consumers an authentic, memorable, and novel experience that shows how the brand understands the consumer on a deeper level forges a connection that can’t be bought.—
Alison Coleman,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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In an article for VCA, the animal hospital chain, veterinarians Debra Horwitz and Gary Landsberg also noted that canines often form attachments to novel items, which can include everything from toys to food and even a brand-new bed.—
Gordon G. Chang,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Apr. 2025
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After earmarking 610 billion won ($414 million) to build a battery plant near its Busan headquarters, the company unveiled its battery prototype in March 2024, touting it as more powerful than Tesla’s.—
Gloria Haraito,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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The prototype Bat flipped the traditional coaster concept on its head — with the trains swinging from side to side while hanging below the track.—
Brady MacDonald,
Oc Register,
11 Apr. 2025
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Robert Redford delivers folksy wisdom as a local eccentric who once had his own dragon encounter, and even Karl Urban’s greedy logger is more of a nuisance than an outright villain.—
Josh Bell,
Vulture,
21 Mar. 2025
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Attracting talent for greater innovation hazards acquiring a few eccentrics whose gifts come wrapped in controversial packaging.—
Chip Bell,
Forbes,
15 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The Mavs do have a first round draft selection in the upcoming NBA Draft, which will be in the lottery.—
Mac Engel,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
19 Apr. 2025
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Combs' trial, which will take place in downtown Manhattan, is currently set to begin with jury selection on the first Monday in May.—
Patrick Ryan,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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Then there was the more recent event when McMahon shockingly returned to WWE after retiring, which seemed to have an effect on Triple H's creative plans, and Stephanie McMahon soon left the board.—
Nicholas Creel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 Apr. 2025
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The New Moon in Taurus on April 27 opens space for play, romance, and creative restoration.—
Colin Bedell,
Them.,
18 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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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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“Original.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/original. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.
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