1
as in scheme
a clever often underhanded means to achieve an end
used every device and stratagem he knew to prevent his son's marriage
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2
as in tool
an article intended for use in work
the salesclerk tried to sell me a new device for grooming cats
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3
as in genius
devices plural
a habitual attraction to some activity or thing
left to her own devices she'd eat at a fast-food restaurant every night of the week
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Recent Examples of device
The device has been described in a study published in the journal ACS Applied Materials and Interfaces.
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Michael Franco
may 15, New Atlas, 15 May 2025
Extra security was put in place, including deploying additional police officers and sweeping the campus for potential devices, authorities said.
—Dalia Faheid, CNN Money, 15 May 2025
It’s got an HDMI input for hooking up your own streaming device, Blu-ray player, or gaming console.
—Clint Davis, People.com, 15 May 2025
The devices included an InMode radiofrequency tool to tighten and subtly melt fat on the abdomen.
—Parizaad Khan Sethi, Allure, 2 May 2025
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Michael Franco
may 15, New Atlas, 15 May 2025
Extra security was put in place, including deploying additional police officers and sweeping the campus for potential devices, authorities said.
—Dalia Faheid, CNN Money, 15 May 2025
It’s got an HDMI input for hooking up your own streaming device, Blu-ray player, or gaming console.
—Clint Davis, People.com, 15 May 2025
The devices included an InMode radiofrequency tool to tighten and subtly melt fat on the abdomen.
—Parizaad Khan Sethi, Allure, 2 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for device
Noun
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In 2021 and 2022, Robinson received about $76,000 through the bogus billing scheme, according to prosecutors.—
Douglas Hanks,
Miami Herald,
13 May 2025
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Hometown’s stock price rose by more than 900% during the scheme.—
Dan Mangan,
CNBC,
13 May 2025
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General Catalyst, a venture capital firm, has a varied portfolio that also includes cosmetics company Beauty Pie, image software company Canva and online travel search tool Kayak, among others.—
Eileen Falkenberg-Hull,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 May 2025
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This easy-to-maneuver tool (gently) blasts water between your teeth to clear away plaque and lingering food, levaing your mouth feel extra fresh and your hygenist impressed.—
Annie Blackman,
Allure,
8 May 2025
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Dominique Thorne stars as the young genius inventor who is determined to make her mark on the world after witnessing the endless possibilities with her own eyes in Wakanda Forever.—
Mekishana Pierre Published,
EW.com,
14 May 2025
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The narrative is seductive: Disrupt your competitors, innovate relentlessly and the world will bow to your genius.—
Vikram Joshi,
Forbes.com,
13 May 2025
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Can Charity, who is not exactly mentally stable, maintain the ruse forever?—
Maureen Lee Lenker,
EW.com,
2 May 2025
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Despite multiple interviews, background checks, and reference calls, the ruse held until malware activity triggered an alert.—
Alonzo Martinez,
Forbes.com,
25 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The 2025 Lincoln Navigator flagship gets dramatic new looks and features, including dramatic exterior lights, a new body and a high-def 48-inch instrument display stretching nearly the width of the big SUV’s dashboard.—
Mark Phelan,
USA Today,
8 May 2025
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One of Juno’s ten active instruments, the Microwave Radiometer (MWR) was specifically invented for the mission.—
Bruce Dorminey,
Forbes.com,
7 May 2025
Noun
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The half-inch-wide bone likely came from a previously unknown, extinct species of lizard known as a tegu, according to a statement from the museum.—
Sarah Kuta,
Smithsonian Magazine,
13 May 2025
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Of course, Angela finds time to play messenger, carrying the bone that Shamea and Porsha went out to dinner with Ralph.—
Shelby Stewart,
Essence,
12 May 2025
Noun
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The trick is to find multiple locations that are close enough together and decide on a menu that feels cohesive.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
3 May 2025
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The trick will be whether the Bruins are paying for a career year or reliable future performance.—
Fluto Shinzawa,
New York Times,
2 May 2025
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Though the Cubs have outfield depth with Seiya Suzuki and more young talent in the minors, losing Happ for an extended period would sting.—
Sahadev Sharma,
New York Times,
12 May 2025
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Either way, landing this pick is their best chance to add another high-level talent to their current core.—
Bryan Toporek,
Forbes.com,
12 May 2025
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“Device.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/device. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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