as in modern
being or involving the latest methods, concepts, information, or styles
got one of those newfangled espresso makers
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Recent Examples of newfangled
The newfangled tiny church of the holy recycler that sets up shop in a strip mall in Cambridge is the same — in the eyes of the law — as the behemoth religions of Judaism, and Christianity.
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Wendy Murphy, Boston Herald, 6 Jan. 2025
The device was unlike anything that had come before, and showed us a novel vision of how these newfangled AI agents would fit into our lives.
—Julian Chokkattu, WIRED, 27 Dec. 2024
Sometimes newfangled technology seems to enter into the nature of the writing itself.
—Benjamin Kunkel, The New Yorker, 9 Dec. 2024
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Izakaya 855-Aloha
There are many things to adore about Izakaya 855-Aloha, Honolulu’s newest Japanese izakaya with a newfangled Hawaiian twist.
—Wendy Altschuler, Forbes, 2 Dec. 2024
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Wendy Murphy, Boston Herald, 6 Jan. 2025
The device was unlike anything that had come before, and showed us a novel vision of how these newfangled AI agents would fit into our lives.
—Julian Chokkattu, WIRED, 27 Dec. 2024
Sometimes newfangled technology seems to enter into the nature of the writing itself.
—Benjamin Kunkel, The New Yorker, 9 Dec. 2024
Keep reading to learn about some of the best restaurants in Honolulu.
Izakaya 855-Aloha
There are many things to adore about Izakaya 855-Aloha, Honolulu’s newest Japanese izakaya with a newfangled Hawaiian twist.
—Wendy Altschuler, Forbes, 2 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for newfangled
Adjective
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If that seems counterintuitive, welcome to the sometimes-upside-down logic of modern NFL salary cap strategy.—
Jacob Feldman,
Sportico.com,
15 Mar. 2025
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All interiors have been gut-renovated and tastefully restored with stylish and comfortable contemporary furnishings with clean lines, natural materials, and an appealing mix of Scandinavian and mid-century modern sensibilities.—
Irene S. Levine,
Forbes,
15 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Molina’s life is upended after forming an unlikely bond with his new cellmate (Diego Luna).—
Rebecca Rubin,
Variety,
24 Mar. 2025
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People quickly adapt to new financial circumstances, so while receiving money may bring temporary joy, the effect is fleeting.—
Shane Enete,
Forbes,
24 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Her work addresses important contemporary topics with empathy and depth.—
Jeryl Brunner,
Forbes,
23 Mar. 2025
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But even there the story of a princess — daughter of an emperor — allows one to draw comparison to contemporary times.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
23 Mar. 2025
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“Newfangled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/newfangled. Accessed 29 Mar. 2025.
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