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brainstorming

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verb

present participle of brainstorm
as in communicating
to engage in an exchange of information or ideas they brainstormed about ways to raise money for their organization

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Recent Examples of brainstorming
Noun
Choosing the best travel destination for your family can take some brainstorming. ​wendy Wisner, Parents, 23 Apr. 2025 In a panic, Deborah and Ava attempt a brainstorming session in the Champagne room. Jessica M. Goldstein, Vulture, 18 Apr. 2025 Before beginning their brainstorming, Pinkerton shared a reflection from her experience the previous day in the neighboring Solana Beach district. Gqlshare, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Mar. 2025 Hold regular brainstorming sessions to encourage innovation. Allbusiness, Forbes.com, 16 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for brainstorming
Recent Examples of Synonyms for brainstorming
Noun
  • The first two-day, eight-hour rehab seminars are June 21 and 22.
    Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 25 May 2025
  • Spivack conducts economic Literacy seminars across the country.
    Linda Mcintosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 May 2025
Noun
  • Smart marketers are using AI to automate repetitive tasks, speed up ideation, analyze data, structure insights and more.
    Andrew Allen, Forbes.com, 23 May 2025
  • Suspect had ‘nihilistic ideations’ With Bartkus having been killed in the bombing, sources say authorities are trying to determine a possible motive based on his prolific online presence and through a search of his residence about an hour northeast of Palm Springs.
    CNN.com Wire Service, Mercury News, 20 May 2025
Noun
  • The annual conference is the industry’s most prominent venue to show off its new products.
    Nicholas Florko, The Atlantic, 23 May 2025
  • The series now shifts to Sunrise for Games 3 and 4, with Florida in a position to sweep the Hurricanes in the conference final for the second time in three years.
    Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 23 May 2025
Verb
  • The dream part of it, for him, was the chance to spend 100 minutes talking not very much about his passion project itself, but rather using it as a springboard for an infinitely widespread discussion about about political, economic and social ideals.
    Chris Willman, Variety, 3 Jan. 2025
  • Join our Space Forums to keep talking space on the latest missions, night sky and more!
    Leonard David, Space.com, 3 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • In his absence, the first-place Cubs have consistently found different ways to win games and reshape their pitching staff, demonstrating resilience and creativity.
    Patrick Mooney, New York Times, 28 May 2025
  • Unlike technical skills that may become obsolete with technological advancements, durable skills such as communication, creativity and emotional intelligence remain consistently valuable across industries and roles.
    Heather V. MacArthur, Forbes.com, 27 May 2025
Noun
  • The two-day event included a symposium on MMCF innovation, where experts discussed sustainable sourcing, circularity, and supply chain transparency through panels and speaking presentations.
    Cassell Ferere, Forbes.com, 18 May 2025
  • The disease was officially named in 2012 at the premier symposium focused on IgG4-RD.
    David Oliver, USA Today, 23 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • This compact electric crossover utility vehicle (CUV) draws inspiration from the EV9 and EV6, offering a smaller, family-friendly alternative.
    Utkarsh Sood, New Atlas, 24 May 2025
  • Reubens found much of his early inspiration in drag During his time at the California Institute of the Arts, Reubens began exploring alternative forms of creativity.
    Lizzie Hyman, People.com, 24 May 2025
Noun
  • Last year, before the election, what word came up on every panel?
    Doug Gollan, Forbes.com, 30 May 2025
  • In Thursday’s ruling denying that request, a three-judge panel on the Florida Fourth District Court of Appeal did not rule on the merits of Trump’s claims.
    Dan Mangan, CNBC, 30 May 2025

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“Brainstorming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/brainstorming. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.

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