as in inventors
one who creates or introduces something new
credited as the designer of the first sneaker specifically intended for distance running
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Recent Examples of designers
Granite, quartz, laminate, and ceramic tile countertops are dated, according to designers.
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Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 15 Jan. 2026
Construction goes digital To examine the full construction process, from surveying existing buildings and digital planning to on-site execution, architects, civil engineers, designers and computer scientists at the university are working closely with industry partners.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 15 Jan. 2026
Retail veterans like Pizzurro lament a time when style institutions such as Barneys in the 1990s served as platforms for discovery—when designers strove to stand apart rather than blend in.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 15 Jan. 2026
And as always, Black designers are anchoring the season with vision, influence, and unmistakable style.
—Larry Stansbury, Essence, 15 Jan. 2026
Many once-popular design styles, which for a period of time were seen as incredibly passé, have turned a corner in recent years, Southern designers explain.
—Sarah Lyon, Southern Living, 15 Jan. 2026
The initiative is developed in partnership with Sara Sozzani Maino, creative director of Fondazione Sozzani, who has long championed emerging designers.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 15 Jan. 2026
Brumm began his career as an international model, working on the runways of Paris, Milan, London and New York for designers including Versace, Rick Owens, Bottega Veneta and Louis Vuitton.
—Diana Lodderhose, Deadline, 15 Jan. 2026
Though designers will still prioritize efficiency, the triangle might not always be the default layout to achieve what a homeowner wants.
—Kristina McGuirk, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for designers
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He also is regarded as one of the inventors of the butterfly style of goaltending, later adopted by some of the greatest to play the position.—
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By temporarily shielding inventors from having their designs and technologies copied, patents give firms a chance to generate profits during their limited time at the top of the ladder.—
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Sliding rents and soaring construction costs have pinched developers, Brending said, stalling at least three large-scale projects in the State Street district.—
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Dealing with public life criticisms Fulop has been taken to task by incoming fellow Democratic Mayor-elect James Solomon for working too closely with developers.—
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Vacuum Bags for Travel TikTok creators swear by vacuum-seal bags for squeezing more clothing into a carry-on.—
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This year’s edition of the international trade fair Heimtextil, held annually in Frankfurt, Germany, will explore these transformations and how the textile sector can successfully implement AI—without stripping value from creators (or consumers).—
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The program is open to founders and early-stage companies in Charlotte, or those planning to establish themselves here.—
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Inspired by the founders’ personal stories, the brand explores how fashion can reconnect people and cultures and redefine the value of clothing.—
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“Designers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/designers. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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