new math
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of new math
First recorded in 1965–70
Example Sentences
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The U.S. auto industry faces sobering new math: Some one million prospective buyers have defected from the new-car market since the start of the decade—and they aren’t expected back soon.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 28, 2026
“We believe investors are still underestimating the new math of memory in the AI age. The bigger the models, the more memory they require,” Luria wrote.
From Barron's ● May 11, 2026
“This new math can simulate them, because it computes the same way nature does.”
From MarketWatch ● Nov. 12, 2025
And the new math should not prevent Mr. Modi from securing a third consecutive term as prime minister.
From New York Times ● Jun. 4, 2024
This was the new math in our family: We had two kids, three jobs, two cars, one condo, and what felt like no free time.
From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama
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