AI
1 Americannoun
adjective
noun
plural
aisinterjection
abbreviation
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artificial insemination
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artificial intelligence
noun
abbreviation
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Abbreviation of artificial insemination
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Abbreviation of artificial intelligence
Etymology
Origin of AI1
First recorded in 1960–65
Origin of ai3
First recorded in 1685–95; from Portuguese aí, from Tupi a'í, probably of imitative origin
Example Sentences
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Some administration officials viewed the move as a demotion of sorts for Sacks, moving him further from meaningful AI policy decisions, people familiar with the matter said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026
California Gov. Gavin Newsom recently signed an executive order imposing new requirements on AI firms working with the state.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026
The administration’s discussions about AI haven’t focused on job losses due to a belief that the technology will contribute to a booming economy with plentiful opportunities, the officials said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026
Companies attributed nearly 100,000 layoffs to AI between 2023 and March 2026, according to outplacement firm Challenger, Gray & Christmas.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026
Heck, an AI app might have a suggestion.
From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith
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