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as in gadgets
an interesting and often novel device with a practical use
since the invention of the cork, all manner of appliances have been invented for the extraction of these sometimes troublesome stoppers
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as in accessories
something that is not necessary in itself but adds to the convenience or performance of the main piece of equipment
an appliance that allows the machine to be used as a sander
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Recent Examples of appliances
Oakland County officials say homeowners who were under an advisory now need to flush their water, clean and flush appliances that use water, clean their hot water tanks and replace water filters throughout the home.
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Nick Lentz, CBS News, 16 May 2026
Replace multiple appliances with simple devices.
—ABC News, 16 May 2026
The outdoor kitchen features a stone base and a stainless steel grill flanked by appliances.
—Libby Monteith Minor, Southern Living, 15 May 2026
The inspector evaluates the home’s major systems and visible components — structure, roof, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, insulation, windows, doors and appliances.
—Ryan Brennan
may 15, Charlotte Observer, 15 May 2026
In truth, father and son make a living selling low-cost appliances at local street markets.
—Carlos Aguilar, IndieWire, 15 May 2026
Enterprise networking, data center switching, security appliances, and collaboration tools like Webex became the core pillars of its business.
—Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 15 May 2026
Our household had no luxuries, no snack foods, no desserts, no popular culture except what came from the AM radio, and only a few appliances, including a washer but no dryer.
—Nicholas Dawidoff, New Yorker, 10 May 2026
Department stores, and sellers of electronics and appliances, saw payrolls shrink.
—Alex Harring, CNBC, 10 May 2026
Nick Lentz, CBS News, 16 May 2026
Replace multiple appliances with simple devices.
—ABC News, 16 May 2026
The outdoor kitchen features a stone base and a stainless steel grill flanked by appliances.
—Libby Monteith Minor, Southern Living, 15 May 2026
The inspector evaluates the home’s major systems and visible components — structure, roof, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, insulation, windows, doors and appliances.
—Ryan Brennan
may 15, Charlotte Observer, 15 May 2026
In truth, father and son make a living selling low-cost appliances at local street markets.
—Carlos Aguilar, IndieWire, 15 May 2026
Enterprise networking, data center switching, security appliances, and collaboration tools like Webex became the core pillars of its business.
—Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 15 May 2026
Our household had no luxuries, no snack foods, no desserts, no popular culture except what came from the AM radio, and only a few appliances, including a washer but no dryer.
—Nicholas Dawidoff, New Yorker, 10 May 2026
Department stores, and sellers of electronics and appliances, saw payrolls shrink.
—Alex Harring, CNBC, 10 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for appliances
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Rather than functioning as stand-alone gadgets, the glasses are designed to extend the apps and services consumers already use through Gemini and Android XR.—
Thomas Waller,
Footwear News,
19 May 2026
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Too often, modern technologies, like inter-device connectivity and artificial intelligence, are shoehorned into gadgets that would be more intuitive to use, affordable, accessible, and/or durable without them.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
18 May 2026
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The collection featured packable men’s and women’s apparel and accessories in turquoise, navy, red and yellow; graphic prints fluid silhouettes and premium fabrics, and was an example of Banana gaining consumer relevance by tying into what was a popular television series.—
David Moin,
Footwear News,
19 May 2026
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Luckily, Amazon is already packed with markdowns on everything from luggage and travel accessories to comfortable shoes and airport-ready outfits just in time for summer vacations.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
19 May 2026
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Education can be one of our greatest tools for generating achievement, personal stability, and the freedom to pursue happiness.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
21 May 2026
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Output Divergence Across The Team If five people on the same team produce work on the same topic using the same tools, how different are the results?—
Abhishek Gandotra,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2026
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There’s endless amounts of possibilities and options for a guy going into free agency.—
Matthew Fairburn,
New York Times,
21 May 2026
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Within, clients will have the opportunity to select from over 1,000 fabrics, 25 options for collars and cuffs and 20 varieties of monogram and will have 18 body measurements taken to develop their custom paper pattern.—
Eric Twardzik,
Robb Report,
20 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Appliances.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appliances. Accessed 22 May. 2026.
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