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Lowe’s, known for more DIY, has also moved to be competitive in the pro space, completing its acquisition of Foundation Building Materials last month. Natasha Abellard, CNBC, 28 Nov. 2025 Historically, these subcultures existed in real-world spaces—clubs, skate parks, dive bars, DIY venues—where ideas evolved organically. W. David Marx, The Atlantic, 25 Nov. 2025 Additionally, since Christmas ornaments can get pretty pricey, going the DIY route can be a budget-friendly option. Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Nov. 2025 The Atom will have a standard free plan that provides access to the library, DIY workout planning, and real-time rep counting. Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 24 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for DIY

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1955, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of DIY was in 1955

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“DIY.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/DIY. Accessed 1 Dec. 2025.

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