as in production
something produced by physical or intellectual effort
proud of his handiwork, he was certain that the birdhouse would win first place in its category
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Recent Examples of handiwork
Here is a sample of their handiwork: These nameless leakers from the Pentagon want a military that’s woke, not lethal.
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Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 1 May 2025
But again, that kind of handiwork isn’t for everyone.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Mar. 2025
While the home has modern comforts, including HVAC, the architect’s original handiwork is prevalent.
—David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 14 June 2025
In the space, visitors can watch an in-store artisan demonstrate the handiwork behind making the bag and get up close and personal with the collection.
—Violet Goldstone, Footwear News, 4 June 2025
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Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 1 May 2025
But again, that kind of handiwork isn’t for everyone.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Mar. 2025
While the home has modern comforts, including HVAC, the architect’s original handiwork is prevalent.
—David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 14 June 2025
In the space, visitors can watch an in-store artisan demonstrate the handiwork behind making the bag and get up close and personal with the collection.
—Violet Goldstone, Footwear News, 4 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for handiwork
Recent Examples of Synonyms for handiwork
Noun
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This is the strongest sucker and can be left as a secondary shoot for fruit production.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
5 July 2025
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However, voters weren’t enthusiastic about losing green tax credits, opposing the end of consumer credits for electric vehicle purchases, and business credits for wind, solar, and nuclear energy production.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes.com,
5 July 2025
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All products featured on Vogue are independently selected by our editors.—
Audrey Noble,
Vogue,
1 July 2025
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Under the terms of the agreement, Luxury Living Group acquired full ownership of FFD (Fashion Furniture Design SpA), including production and distribution rights for Fendi Casa products.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
1 July 2025
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The agency ordered Gateway Energy Storage to conduct environmental monitoring whenever the company handles batteries; safely remove, package and dispose of all impacted battery packs; and submit detailed work plans and progress reports to the agency.—
Rob Nikolewski,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 July 2025
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There is a lot of work ahead for Haliburton on his road to recovery.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 July 2025
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Dividend stocks can be a good way to earn income, but investors shouldn’t sacrifice quality when searching for yield.—
Michelle Fox,
CNBC,
11 July 2025
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Eli Lilly, for example, is already turning raw telemetry into faster cycle times, higher yields and lower costs with predictive maintenance.—
Mike Walker,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
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“Handiwork.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/handiwork. Accessed 15 Jul. 2025.
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