groundbreaking
adjective
ground·break·ing
ˈgrau̇n(d)-ˌbrā-kiŋ 
: introducing new ideas or methods
has written a groundbreaking work
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She was honored for her groundbreaking work in nuclear physics.
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The groundbreaking announcement was made today at Zentropa’s villa, attended by the collective and Dogma 25’s key partners: Nordisk Film, DR and Nordisk Film Distribution.
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Annika Pham, Variety, 17 May 2025
The designer behind the largest redevelopment of a Disney theme park in the company's history is one of the key figures behind the look of its groundbreaking upcoming outpost in Abu Dhabi, capital of the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
—Caroline Reid, Forbes.com, 16 May 2025
Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong led the official groundbreaking ceremony on May 14.
—Lilit Marcus, CNN Money, 15 May 2025
Premiered in 1913, Stravinsky’s groundbreaking ballet score is renowned for its driving rhythms, daring harmonies, and bold orchestration.
—David L. Coddon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 May 2025
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Annika Pham, Variety, 17 May 2025
The designer behind the largest redevelopment of a Disney theme park in the company's history is one of the key figures behind the look of its groundbreaking upcoming outpost in Abu Dhabi, capital of the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
—Caroline Reid, Forbes.com, 16 May 2025
Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong led the official groundbreaking ceremony on May 14.
—Lilit Marcus, CNN Money, 15 May 2025
Premiered in 1913, Stravinsky’s groundbreaking ballet score is renowned for its driving rhythms, daring harmonies, and bold orchestration.
—David L. Coddon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 May 2025
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“Groundbreaking.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/groundbreaking. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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