SPAN-NEW Synonyms: 53 Similar and Opposite Words

span-new

adjective

ˈspan-ˈnü

Definition of span-new

as in pristine

being in an original and unused or unspoiled state I love the smell of a span-new book

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More than 120 other Reddit users supported the statement, bolstering it with their own proof of its superiority like photos of the state’s pristine sand and crystal clear water more akin to the Caribbean than the Midwest.

— Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 2 Sep. 2026
For Kathleen, the more manicured and pristine that set could be, the more things that could have Buddy’s insignia stamped on them and the more objects that could have faces staring out at Freddy (Delaney Quinn) and her friends, the better.

— Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of pristine

Adjective

Think bright citrus, fresh herbs, seasonal fruit and plenty of bubbles.

— Emily Price, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026
Blood Similar to cleaning urine stains, if the blood on your mattress is fresh, then start the process by soaking up excess liquid with a paper towel before cleaning the area.

— Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 30 Aug. 2026

Definition of fresh

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The female figures of the Three Graces represent the literal gift of a woman giving her virginal body to a man as property bestowed upon a new owner.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 2 Sep. 2026
Kris and Billy watch that one together in an intimate sleepover, sinking into the murky texture of a scene in which the virginal actor allowed a jerk to take off her clothes.

— Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of virginal

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Genesys Production is already underway at Hyundai Motor Group's brand-new, dedicated Ulsan EV facility in South Korea.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 30 Aug. 2026
The old east bleacher seats were available last season to go with brand-new chair-back seats on the west and north sides.

— Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 30 Aug. 2026

Definition of brand-new

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