as in mechanical
done instantly and without conscious thought or decision
the snapping of the handcuffs was followed by a mechanic reading of the suspect's rights
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as in repairman
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as in operator
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Recent Examples of mechanic
Nic Juarez, Vulture, 14 Aug. 2025
For instance, the Mets have been working with Clay Holmes on his pitch usage, Sean Manaea on his pitch mechanics.
—Tim Britton, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2025
Zach Helfand, The New Yorker, 10 Mar. 2025
For example, ads for mechanic positions were predominantly shown to men, while those for preschool teacher roles were primarily directed to women.
—Carlotta Dotto, CNN, 28 Feb. 2025
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Adjective
In fact, that’s a big part of our game mechanic there.
—Nic Juarez, Vulture, 14 Aug. 2025
For instance, the Mets have been working with Clay Holmes on his pitch usage, Sean Manaea on his pitch mechanics.
—Tim Britton, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2025
Noun
His current mechanic shop is basically a retirement hobby, something to pass the time.
—Zach Helfand, The New Yorker, 10 Mar. 2025
For example, ads for mechanic positions were predominantly shown to men, while those for preschool teacher roles were primarily directed to women.
—Carlotta Dotto, CNN, 28 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for mechanic
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mechanic
Adjective
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Born in 1934, the nonagenarian Kurt Klaus is one of the most important watchmakers from the golden age of 20th-century mechanical horology.—
Oren Hartov,
Robb Report,
15 Aug. 2025
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Driving through deep water can also affect a vehicle's mechanical and electrical systems.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
15 Aug. 2025
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The repairman did—and that launched Ebert into a career of repairing cars.—
Sydney Lake,
Fortune,
13 July 2025
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Suggest that Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter should play the repairman in a flashback on the show, and Sodaro literally gasps.—
Jenelle Riley,
Variety,
1 May 2025
Noun
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Projecting Staffing Needs: Every operator plans ahead when setting work schedules, but with a cognitive approach, leaders can forecast workflows and labor resources in real time, even when dealing with hundreds of workers and fast-changing operational needs.—
Gurdip Singh,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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But the coastal development permit comes with strings attached: 21 conditions the operator must comply with to mitigate the production’s impacts on natural resources and public access to the beach.—
Claire Wang,
Oc Register,
15 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The shift to a traditional automatic is a welcome retreat from old frustrations, the turbo’d engine is a step towards efficiency, and the cabin pivots firmly into the modern era.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
17 Aug. 2025
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At that point, benefits would be funded solely through incoming payroll taxes, triggering an automatic cut of around 21 percent unless Congress takes action.—
Aliss Higham,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Aug. 2025
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In 2014, four Air Force servicemen were killed after a flock of Canadian geese reportedly flew through their helicopter’s windshield, knocking the pilot and copilot unconscious.—
Mack DeGeurin,
Popular Science,
10 July 2025
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Still entombed in the ice is the wreckage of the military plane—along with the bodies of 32 servicemen—that Arnold was searching for in 1947.—
Mike Bezemek,
Smithsonian Magazine,
10 July 2025
Noun
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The Waukesha School District is also considering closing schools, and a consultant has recommended Milwaukee Public Schools close schools.—
Alec Johnson,
jsonline.com,
23 Aug. 2025
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So, what makes his coaching stand out in a crowded field of mentors and consultants?—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
22 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Well, while other planets in our solar system are anything but habitable for humans, Mars gets a decent amount of sunlight, has water sources and is already a planet where humanity has sent robotic rovers to scout the terrain.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
22 Aug. 2025
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Among militaries, the U.S. Air Force operates a robotic orbital space plane called the X-37B, while China has a similar aircraft called Shelong.—
Michael Verdon,
Robb Report,
20 Aug. 2025
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After removing the orb interloper, doctors treated the man with corticosteroids—both oral and eye drop forms—to help with the inflammation.—
Beth Mole,
ArsTechnica,
13 Aug. 2025
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According to The New York Times, Joe held daily phone briefings to gather as much information as possible from advisors, including lawmakers, economists and doctors, like his son-in-law, to help prepare his public health and economic plans.—
Lynsey Eidell,
People.com,
12 Aug. 2025
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“Mechanic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mechanic. Accessed 27 Aug. 2025.
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