ideas

noun

plural of idea
1
as in thoughts
something imagined or pictured in the mind my idea of the perfect vacation spot is an uncrowded, unspoiled beach

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2
as in models
someone of such unequaled perfection as to deserve imitation Helen Keller remains my idea of a person with indomitable spirit

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3
as in plans
something that one hopes or intends to accomplish the idea is to get the information without seeming to be nosy

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Recent Examples of ideas Plenty of strong ideas were presented — then rejected — the last time a speaker faced a scandal. — David Greising, Chicago Tribune, 14 Aug. 2026 Other ideas, including paid on-street parking, were also discussed. — Dillon Thomas, CBS News, 14 Aug. 2026 But as Airbnb grew into the $110 billion giant it’s known as today, Chesky has evolved his leadership style, delegating more and trusting his team to carry his ideas to the finish line. — Sarah Glodek, Fortune, 14 Aug. 2026 Make the first right on the man who permitted the heads of rebelling slaves to be put on stakes and spread across the city in order to prevent the others from getting any ideas. — Terry Gross, NPR, 14 Aug. 2026 To identify them, look at your research question and brainstorm the main ideas. — Kristen Finch, JSTOR Daily, 14 Aug. 2026 Among the most popular dorm decor ideas is the bed upgrade, proving that college life and comfort aren’t mutually exclusive. — Amelia Mularz, Architectural Digest, 14 Aug. 2026 After three years away, Apple TV’s Ted Lasso is back with a new season but seemingly no new ideas. — Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 14 Aug. 2026 For now, though, soccer’s civil war appears to be heading toward an entrenched standoff of ideas and values. — Aleks Klosok, CNN Money, 8 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ideas
  1. thoughts
  2. models
  3. plans
  4. notions
  5. examples
  6. goals
  7. concepts
  8. ideals
Noun
  • Here are three more Twins thoughts after the team’s first series win since July 30.
    — Dan Hayes, New York Times, 13 Aug. 2026
  • For his story was a record of his most debauched thoughts and desires.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of thoughts
Noun
  • That has made download and derivative-model figures one measure of influence in the US-China AI race, as Chinese developers including Alibaba push capable models that are relatively cheap and easy to adapt.
    — Saritha Rai, Fortune, 15 Aug. 2026
  • Their mutual admiration began in 2018 when their wives — former models who went on to have successful business careers — became friends.
    — Steve Henson, Los Angeles Times, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of models
Noun
  • To boost attendance this summer, Disney unleashed a bevy of discounts from coast to coast, for tickets, hotels and dining plans for the season.
    — Natasha Chen, CNN Money, 13 Aug. 2026
  • The Kennedy Center's board is expected to meet Thursday to consider plans for the performing arts venue's future after a federal judge blocked an earlier move for a two-year closure that would allow for substantial renovations.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of plans
Noun
  • Questioning of potential jurors captured the difficult quest of trying to find those who don’t have preconceived notions about the killing, which has been plumbed in several documentaries and countless podcasts and social media videos.
    — Zoe Sottile, CNN Money, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Burden of Justice is a tense legal drama where personal lives, professional duties and shifting notions of right and wrong collide.
    — Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of notions
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  • While not every meet-cute on set grows into something real, there have been plenty of examples of A-list co-workers entering into successful relationships.
    — Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 16 Aug. 2026
  • Seven examples were recently collected from Pacific waters 2 to 3 miles deep near the Cook Islands, and the teeth were as big as 5 inches in length, NOAA Ocean Exploration noted in a news release.
    — Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 16 Aug. 2026
Definition of examples
Noun
  • Another to watch out for is Deportivo’s Yeremay Hernandez, 23, a wide attacker stepping up to the top flight after 27 goals and 18 assists in 86 second-division games.
    — Dermot Corrigan, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Sagittarius November 22 – December 21 Your goals can hold more joy with the right adjustment.
    — Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of goals
Noun
  • For seven days, the Monterey Peninsula fills with historic racers, priceless classics, new hypercars, concepts and enough auction money to finance a small country.
    — Josh Max, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026
  • This will also be a good opportunity to introduce the concepts of STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art and math) as kids play with the blocks.
    — Hema Sivanandam, Mercury News, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of concepts
Noun
  • True, Francesca Hong hates America, Thanksgiving and most national holidays, and is anti-Israel and anything slanted to the true American ideals that made our country great.
    — Voice of the People, New York Daily News, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Sasa takes on a rape case that strikes close to home, while his friend Kalle defends a client in a gang trial that tests his ideals.
    — Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 11 Aug. 2026
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