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as in inventor
one who creates or introduces something new
Thomas Edison was the originator of the light bulb
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as in founder
a person who establishes a whole new field of endeavor
Copernicus is sometimes hailed as the originator of modern astronomy, for he overturned the notion of an earth-centered universe
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Recent Examples of originator
With this influence came the music of the future, which helped rebuild a city from the (damage of the) Detroit riots into a metropolis that draws people from all over the world to hear the music from the originators, every year, at the Movement Festival.
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Lisa Deaderick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 June 2025
Their worldwide reputation is linked to violence, although its originators renounced brutal attacks in the 1970s and earned popular support by providing social services such as pharmacies, hospitals and schools, according to the Council on Foreign Relations.
—Ashleigh Fields, The Hill, 4 June 2025
Biosimilars are very close in molecular structure and function to their referenced, brand name originator biologic medicines.
—Joshua P. Cohen, Forbes.com, 9 May 2025
Role originator Mandy Patinkin was a perfect fit for the part, both in his razor-sharp vocal performance and in his eccentric artistic sensibility.
—Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 May 2025
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Lisa Deaderick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 June 2025
Their worldwide reputation is linked to violence, although its originators renounced brutal attacks in the 1970s and earned popular support by providing social services such as pharmacies, hospitals and schools, according to the Council on Foreign Relations.
—Ashleigh Fields, The Hill, 4 June 2025
Biosimilars are very close in molecular structure and function to their referenced, brand name originator biologic medicines.
—Joshua P. Cohen, Forbes.com, 9 May 2025
Role originator Mandy Patinkin was a perfect fit for the part, both in his razor-sharp vocal performance and in his eccentric artistic sensibility.
—Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for originator
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Among them is Frank Binder, founder and chairman of the Ulyssia project.—
Michael Verdon,
Robb Report,
19 July 2025
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Zakiya Larry Wolfe, founder and CEO of Quest Media Group, told me in an email interview.—
Edward Segal,
Forbes.com,
19 July 2025
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Caught sketching dresses in her Ancient Greek class, the professor suggested Rogge become a designer. 2002 - 2004 Read law at Université Notre Dame de la Paix, Namur.—
Laird Borrelli-Persson,
Vogue,
15 July 2025
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On Saturday, The Wall Street Journal reported that another Musk venture, rocket designer and launcher SpaceX has agreed to invest $2 billion in xAI, citing investors close to the company.—
Ruxandra Iordache,Arjun Kharpal,
CNBC,
14 July 2025
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Pro wrestling content creator Joey Karni pointed out Naomi’s cross-promotional championship record.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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On TikTok, content creators are sharing videos that have racked up millions of views in recent months, complaining of nausea from taking trips in electric vehicles (EVs).—
Stephanie Anderson Witmer,
Health,
14 July 2025
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Rusty Wright, who is based in Orlando, is an author and lecturer who has spoken on six continents.—
Rusty Wright,
The Orlando Sentinel,
11 July 2025
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Several of its authors had previously, or are now, working in President Donald Trump’s administration.—
Dinah Voyles Pulver,
USA Today,
11 July 2025
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As heir, Prince William often takes on important duties on behalf of his father, the King.—
Stephanie Petit,
People.com,
8 July 2025
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Donald Trump has ticked many boxes in his life and career: husband (three times), father (of five), (multi-)billionaire, President (twice).—
Chad de Guzman,
Time,
8 July 2025
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“Originator.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/originator. Accessed 22 Jul. 2025.
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