Example Sentences
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A keen adopter of technologies like the Polaroid and video cameras throughout his career, Hockney embraced the Apple iPad in his 70s.
From Barron's ● Jun. 12, 2026
I was an early adopter of “bop” back when we were still using the word to classify the singular bounciness of Carly Rae Jepsen songs in 2015.
From Salon ● May 10, 2026
The fast-growing short-form drama industry has emerged as an early adopter of AI video generation.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 26, 2026
"I'm an early adopter of new technology," says Gavin Tait, a 69-year-old from Glasgow, with a hint of pride.
From BBC ● Apr. 15, 2026
The legitimate descendants of the adopter with the adopted, while the relation of adoption continues.
From Marriage and Divorce Laws of the World by Ringrose, Hyacinthe
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