1
: coupled directly to a driving turbine
turbofan
2
: consisting of or incorporating a turbine
turbojet engine
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Maggie Horton, People.com, 14 May 2025
This includes things like larger turbos, new cylinder heads with more efficient cooling, stronger internal components, new engine control software, and more.
—Sean Evans, Robb Report, 17 Apr. 2025
The turbo nozzle helps get cleaning done 50% faster than a standard nozzle.
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Three cleaning modes include turbo for deep carpets and tough messes, a standard mode which offers up to 40 minutes of runtime on a single charge, and medium that offers a balance between power and efficiency.
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Users can choose between five fan speeds and four modes (normal, turbo, auto, and advanced sleep).
—Maggie Horton, People.com, 14 May 2025
This includes things like larger turbos, new cylinder heads with more efficient cooling, stronger internal components, new engine control software, and more.
—Sean Evans, Robb Report, 17 Apr. 2025
The turbo nozzle helps get cleaning done 50% faster than a standard nozzle.
—Nora Colomer
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 28 Apr. 2025
Three cleaning modes include turbo for deep carpets and tough messes, a standard mode which offers up to 40 minutes of runtime on a single charge, and medium that offers a balance between power and efficiency.
—Maggie Horton, People.com, 23 Apr. 2025
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“Turbo.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/turbo. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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