: an often small mechanical or electronic device with a practical use but often thought of as a novelty
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Examples of gadget in a Sentence
The kitchen is equipped with all the latest gadgets.
cell phones, pagers, and other gadgets
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The always-on gadgets that were supposed to make my life easier, more fun, and more productive, now often disrupt my sleep, ruin any semblance of work-life balance, and wipe out my self-esteem.
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Jennifer Jolly, USA TODAY, 16 Apr. 2024
Standout savings include deals on Apple’s best-selling gadgets, Ninja’s time-saving air fryer, and a sleek water flosser.
—Malia Griggs, SELF, 15 Apr. 2024
Instead of his gear and gadgets, he is armed with only a diaper bag.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 10 Apr. 2024
The Changsha group’s device generated 3.5 times the voltage and 2.3 times the current of earlier designs
So even the gadget’s basic design is still under scrutiny in an effort to improve its performance.
—IEEE Spectrum, 9 Apr. 2024
As many turn their eyes to the skies to watch the solar eclipse, some with vision impairment are turning their ears to a new gadget.
—Michael Dobuski, ABC News, 8 Apr. 2024
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Embarking on a weight loss journey can be a maze of trendy diets and flashy exercise gadgets that promise quick results.
—Robert James and, Miami Herald, 8 Apr. 2024
The 2-in-1 gadget also has convenient features like an LED screen display, LED headlights to illuminate messes, and swivel steering for easy maneuverability.
—Isabel Garcia, Peoplemag, 4 Apr. 2024
Otherwise, shop these 10 clever favorites, including garden essentials and genius kitchen gadgets, while Amazon Big Spring Sale prices are as low as $9.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Mar. 2024
Jennifer Jolly, USA TODAY, 16 Apr. 2024
Standout savings include deals on Apple’s best-selling gadgets, Ninja’s time-saving air fryer, and a sleek water flosser.
—Malia Griggs, SELF, 15 Apr. 2024
Instead of his gear and gadgets, he is armed with only a diaper bag.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 10 Apr. 2024
The Changsha group’s device generated 3.5 times the voltage and 2.3 times the current of earlier designs
So even the gadget’s basic design is still under scrutiny in an effort to improve its performance.
—IEEE Spectrum, 9 Apr. 2024
As many turn their eyes to the skies to watch the solar eclipse, some with vision impairment are turning their ears to a new gadget.
—Michael Dobuski, ABC News, 8 Apr. 2024
Try the Best Weight Loss Supplements with Transparent Labs
Choosing the Best Weight Loss Supplements
Embarking on a weight loss journey can be a maze of trendy diets and flashy exercise gadgets that promise quick results.
—Robert James and, Miami Herald, 8 Apr. 2024
The 2-in-1 gadget also has convenient features like an LED screen display, LED headlights to illuminate messes, and swivel steering for easy maneuverability.
—Isabel Garcia, Peoplemag, 4 Apr. 2024
Otherwise, shop these 10 clever favorites, including garden essentials and genius kitchen gadgets, while Amazon Big Spring Sale prices are as low as $9.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Mar. 2024
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“Gadget.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gadget. Accessed 19 Apr. 2024.
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