1
as in thoughts
something imagined or pictured in the mind
my idea of the perfect vacation spot is an uncrowded, unspoiled beach
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2
as in models
someone of such unequaled perfection as to deserve imitation
Helen Keller remains my idea of a person with indomitable spirit
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as in plans
something that one hopes or intends to accomplish
the idea is to get the information without seeming to be nosy
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Recent Examples of ideas
Like a showstopping necklace on a comparatively functional outfit, creative bathroom tile ideas have the power to elevate and transform one of the most utilitarian spaces in the house.
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Kathryn O'Shea-Evans, Architectural Digest, 11 Mar. 2025
Forge valuable connections and exchange investment ideas.
—John Melloy, CNBC, 11 Mar. 2025
This mindset acknowledges that the most valuable ideas often arise from the clash of divergent thoughts.
—Anna Barnhill, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
Encouraging collaboration, cross-pollination of ideas and fostering shared values helps in building an efficient and vibrant organization.
—Raj Sharma, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
The organizations that will thrive in the coming decades aren’t those that occasionally launch a moonshot, but those that systematically explore, test, and refine ideas over time.
—Alexander Puutio, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
Too often, organizations look to senior leaders or external consultants to drive change, when in reality, the best ideas often come from employees who see inefficiencies and opportunities firsthand.
—Alexander Puutio, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
This enhances the team’s creative output and fosters a rich exchange of ideas.
—Anna Barnhill, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
Perhaps a blue ribbon panel could recommend ideas for engaging Cook County votes.
—Richard Boykin, Chicago Tribune, 10 Mar. 2025
Kathryn O'Shea-Evans, Architectural Digest, 11 Mar. 2025
Forge valuable connections and exchange investment ideas.
—John Melloy, CNBC, 11 Mar. 2025
This mindset acknowledges that the most valuable ideas often arise from the clash of divergent thoughts.
—Anna Barnhill, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
Encouraging collaboration, cross-pollination of ideas and fostering shared values helps in building an efficient and vibrant organization.
—Raj Sharma, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
The organizations that will thrive in the coming decades aren’t those that occasionally launch a moonshot, but those that systematically explore, test, and refine ideas over time.
—Alexander Puutio, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
Too often, organizations look to senior leaders or external consultants to drive change, when in reality, the best ideas often come from employees who see inefficiencies and opportunities firsthand.
—Alexander Puutio, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
This enhances the team’s creative output and fosters a rich exchange of ideas.
—Anna Barnhill, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
Perhaps a blue ribbon panel could recommend ideas for engaging Cook County votes.
—Richard Boykin, Chicago Tribune, 10 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ideas
Noun
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Sonya becomes a sort of kink doula for Molly, easing her into new notions of eroticism.—
Rachel Handler,
Vulture,
24 Mar. 2025
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From the radioactive corridors of nuclear disasters to the harsh plains of Mars, Conan stands as a testament to life's extraordinary resilience—challenging our notions of survivability and inspiring innovations that could redefine our own limits.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes,
24 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The human resources department cited telehealth providers, investigators and inspectors as examples of employees who fit into this exception.—
William Melhado,
Sacramento Bee,
15 Mar. 2025
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Some examples are basil, tomatoes, squash, peppers, and eggplants.—
Erica Browne Grivas,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Like judging a player only from goals.—
Sarah Shephard,
New York Times,
13 Apr. 2025
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In what is his first top-flight campaign, the attacking midfielder has already scored six goals and made five assists.—
Dermot Corrigan,
New York Times,
13 Apr. 2025
Noun
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More than communication tools, languages help concretize the abstract, providing frameworks for making sense of concepts as fundamental as time.—
Manvir Singh,
The New Yorker,
23 Dec. 2024
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Here are 13 of the wildest yacht concepts to hail from design boards in 2024.—
Julia Zaltzman,
Robb Report,
23 Dec. 2024
Noun
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Al-Shabab and later the Islamic State in Somalia are the most extreme manifestations of this trend.—
Ido Levy,
The Conversation,
7 Apr. 2025
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And for those watching from on high—senators, judges, CEOs—mass protests are physical manifestations of public opinion.—
Gal Beckerman,
The Atlantic,
5 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The first quarter moon urges us to give extra TLC and slightly augment our new moon intentions, if necessary.—
Lisa Stardust,
People.com,
14 Mar. 2025
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Not all of her new pals had the purest of intentions, though.—
Karen Chernick,
ARTnews.com,
14 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Part of it was spent in various incarnations of the Jets’ fourth line, where David Gustafsson performed better than Barron did on faceoffs.—
Murat Ates,
New York Times,
9 Apr. 2025
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More than once Snook squabbles with one of her video incarnations over ownership of the narration.—
Jesse Green,
New York Times,
28 Mar. 2025
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One way is by implementing OKRs (objectives and key results) to track progress and keep teams accountable.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes,
4 Mar. 2025
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The right fit depends on the role and the objectives of the employer.—
Bob Helbig,
Hartford Courant,
4 Mar. 2025
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“Ideas.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ideas. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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