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originality

[uh-rij-uh-nal-i-tee] / əˌrɪdʒ əˈnæl ɪ ti /


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But the originality of Arday’s dissertation and his other academic work was also coming under scrutiny, leading to multiple allegations of plagiarism.

From Salon Aug. 23, 2026

TCU said responses to the questions it cut—about its values and inclusivity—lacked originality.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 10, 2026

Judges praised the "originality, innovation, ambition" of Jolly's work which "confronts a topic of immense complexity in a gripping tour de force".

From BBC Jun. 12, 2026

“Euphoria” “If buzz and originality mean anything, ‘Pluribus’ will join ‘The Pitt’ as a front-runner.

From Los Angeles Times May 21, 2026

But the brilliance and originality of the work betrayed the identity of its author.

From "Cosmos" by Carl Sagan




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