1
as in newness
the quality or appeal of being new
the novelty of having a cat wore off after the first time I had to change the litter box
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2
as in notion
novelties plural
small useful items
travel kits filled with small bars of soap, a folding toothbrush, and other novelties
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as in ornamental
a small object displayed for its attractiveness or interest
a shop selling souvenirs, T-shirts, and assorted novelties for tourists passing through
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Recent Examples of novelty
Kansas City has been involved in the moviemaking and theatre industry since films evolved from lowbrow novelties to influential art that captivated audiences.
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Michael Wells, Kansas City Star, 28 Feb. 2025
Just as important as reviving familiar routines is introducing some novelty too.
—Jenna Ryu, SELF, 27 Feb. 2025
Any private or novelty banknotes featuring Trump or any other figure are merely commemorative items or collectibles with no official monetary value.
—Ross Rosenfeld, Newsweek, 26 Feb. 2025
Because of his novelty gimmicks and goofy outfit, The Jester would be difficult to take seriously as a threat to Matt or any superhero really.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 27 Feb. 2025
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Michael Wells, Kansas City Star, 28 Feb. 2025
Just as important as reviving familiar routines is introducing some novelty too.
—Jenna Ryu, SELF, 27 Feb. 2025
Any private or novelty banknotes featuring Trump or any other figure are merely commemorative items or collectibles with no official monetary value.
—Ross Rosenfeld, Newsweek, 26 Feb. 2025
Because of his novelty gimmicks and goofy outfit, The Jester would be difficult to take seriously as a threat to Matt or any superhero really.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 27 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for novelty
Noun
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In a sworn legal declaration, Flick claimed that DOGE officials arrived at SSA with preconceived notions of widespread fraud, despite no evidence to support such claims.—
Dan Cody,
Newsweek,
13 Mar. 2025
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The implementation was much delayed due to a whole slew of factors, from states opposing the very notion to later delays caused by the pandemic to the usual governmental slowness.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Mar. 2025
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Otherwise, use of a fungicide labeled for rust control on ornamentals would be helpful.—
Tom MacCubbin,
Orlando Sentinel,
15 Feb. 2025
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Plant a productive space that attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators and includes edible plants as well as ornamentals.—
Leanne Potts,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 Feb. 2025
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Recommendations: Finding a Sustainable Balance A sustainable solution must reconcile technological innovation with creators' economic interests.—
Virginie Berger,
Forbes,
15 Mar. 2025
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The future of trucking safety lies in finding this delicate balance between technological innovation and personal privacy rights.—
Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report,
Fox News,
15 Mar. 2025
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Eventually, these gadgets led me toward being more interested in the mechanics of music-making.—
Aaron Gilbreath,
SPIN,
31 Dec. 2024
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There are new gadgets on the market that purport to put you right to bed in 15 to 30 minutes.—
Audrey Botta,
Hartford Courant,
30 Dec. 2024
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This year, players can build and customize a shinobi hideout, including a forge for weapon upgrades and aesthetic ornaments via the Sekiryu Hideout Pack.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes,
7 Mar. 2025
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Some popular categories include: Table decorations: These include table runners, candles, flowers, centerpieces and ornaments.—
BestReviews,
The Mercury News,
6 Feb. 2025
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There is a wide variety of spring dresses to explore in Abercrombie's sale section, many of which are sporting big discounts.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Mar. 2025
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Beers and ciders on tap at Belmont lean heavily toward local and regional, and the variety is well-curated.—
Michael Deeds,
Idaho Statesman,
11 Mar. 2025
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While many tourists in Istanbul marvel at the Hagia Sophia or explore the Grand Bazaar, Mark Pollard had a different kind of souvenir in mind: a fuller head of hair.—
Christopher Elliott,
Forbes,
8 Mar. 2025
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These foldable totes take up minimal space and weight in your bag, yet can serve many different purposes, including that of a beach bag, wet bag for swimsuits, grocery bag, or extra shopping bag for souvenirs.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Mar. 2025
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The Drawbacks One drawback of AI is the issue of bias and lack of originality.—
Haokun Qin,
Forbes,
17 Mar. 2025
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Her work showcases incredible attention to detail and a strong sense of originality that sets her designs apart.—
Heide Janssen,
Orange County Register,
16 Mar. 2025
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“Novelty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/novelty. Accessed 21 Mar. 2025.
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