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invention

[in-ven-shuhn] / ɪnˈvɛn ʃən /




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AI is the first invention humans have made that can simulate the process of thinking and conversing.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

Berners-Lee originally proposed his world-changing invention as a way for scientists around the world to share information about their research.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

The now-defunct restaurant chain Burger Chef is credited with the invention of the kids’ meal.

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026

And it turns out there’s an ingenious, inexpensive little invention that combines the pacifier with the medicine syringe.

From Slate • May 17, 2026

When the play was being performed, Violet had watched the light controls carefully, taking mental notes in case these devices came in handy for an invention.

From "The Bad Beginning" by Lemony Snicket




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