as in mechanical
of or relating to manufacture performed by humans or machines rather than natural processes
They utilize industrial practices to produce large quantities of material. The late 1700s gave rise to an industrial boom.
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Recent Examples of industrial
On the other were work uniforms engineered for humanoids on industrial sites, spanning hazardous operations, smart farming, fitness coaching and auto maintenance.
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Sj Studio,
Footwear News,
2 July 2026
Beyond industrial settings, the researchers believe the technology could also enhance virtual reality and gaming.
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Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
2 July 2026
For example, journeymen electricians are capable of working on residential wiring, commercial distribution systems, industrial motor controls, low-voltage systems, and standby power.
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Ryan Craig,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2026
That measure aimed to eliminate Prop 13 tax breaks for commercial and industrial properties, with the resulting funding directed at public schools and community colleges.
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Ben Paviour
july 2,
Sacbee.com,
2 July 2026
See All Example Sentences for industrial
Sj Studio,
Footwear News,
2 July 2026
Beyond industrial settings, the researchers believe the technology could also enhance virtual reality and gaming.
—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
2 July 2026
For example, journeymen electricians are capable of working on residential wiring, commercial distribution systems, industrial motor controls, low-voltage systems, and standby power.
—
Ryan Craig,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2026
That measure aimed to eliminate Prop 13 tax breaks for commercial and industrial properties, with the resulting funding directed at public schools and community colleges.
—
Ben Paviour
july 2,
Sacbee.com,
2 July 2026
See All Example Sentences for industrial
Recent Examples of Synonyms for industrial
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Passive cooling, according to the Environmental and Energy Study Institute, refers to ways to lower the indoor temperature that don’t necessarily require mechanical technology, like AC.
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The pool did not open Saturday with the city's other outdoor pools after mechanical problems delayed the start of the season for the second consecutive year.
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Its role is to expose wrongdoing, illuminate facts, and draw the world’s attention to crimes committed in the name of false causes and manufactured justifications.
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Through this, researchers are mimicking natural structures, such as bird nests and bone minerals, to create ultra-strong manufactured materials.
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“Industrial.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/industrial. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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