: an often small mechanical or electronic device with a practical use but often thought of as a novelty
Examples of gadget in a Sentence
The kitchen is equipped with all the latest gadgets.
cell phones, pagers, and other gadgets
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Originally produced by American retailer ThinkGeek, the gadget is now a rare and sought-after piece among fans of the franchise.
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Kevin Sabet, Newsweek, 24 Mar. 2025
Spring cleaning can be a breeze with the right gadget.
—Clara McMahon, People.com, 23 Mar. 2025
For instance, when deciding on a major purchase like a new gadget, an impulsive thinker might buy on impulse based on excitement, while a reflective thinker would spend time researching, comparing models and weighing pros and cons before making a decision.
—Mark Travers, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2025
Laptops, printers and other tech gadgets have been disappearing from Broward schools, in part due to lax controls during the COVID-19 pandemic, recent audits state.
—Scott Travis, Sun Sentinel, 23 Mar. 2025
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Kevin Sabet, Newsweek, 24 Mar. 2025
Spring cleaning can be a breeze with the right gadget.
—Clara McMahon, People.com, 23 Mar. 2025
For instance, when deciding on a major purchase like a new gadget, an impulsive thinker might buy on impulse based on excitement, while a reflective thinker would spend time researching, comparing models and weighing pros and cons before making a decision.
—Mark Travers, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2025
Laptops, printers and other tech gadgets have been disappearing from Broward schools, in part due to lax controls during the COVID-19 pandemic, recent audits state.
—Scott Travis, Sun Sentinel, 23 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for gadget
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“Gadget.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gadget. Accessed 18 Apr. 2025.
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