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
More than anything, robotic models are supplementary household cleaning devices.
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Bestreviews, Mercury News, 18 Feb. 2026
The helicopter carrying the device was flying slowly at a low altitude over the area where investigators are still hoping to find Guthrie, the sources said.
—Kierra Frazier, CBS News, 18 Feb. 2026
Insulet — The maker of insulin monitoring devices rose 6% after fourth-quarter results topped expectations driven by record new customer starts for its Omnipod 5 device.
—Christina Cheddar Berk, CNBC, 18 Feb. 2026
The aluminum body adds a premium feel to the device that the original model's backers seemed delighted with.
—New Atlas, 18 Feb. 2026
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Bestreviews, Mercury News, 18 Feb. 2026
The helicopter carrying the device was flying slowly at a low altitude over the area where investigators are still hoping to find Guthrie, the sources said.
—Kierra Frazier, CBS News, 18 Feb. 2026
Insulet — The maker of insulin monitoring devices rose 6% after fourth-quarter results topped expectations driven by record new customer starts for its Omnipod 5 device.
—Christina Cheddar Berk, CNBC, 18 Feb. 2026
The aluminum body adds a premium feel to the device that the original model's backers seemed delighted with.
—New Atlas, 18 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for device
Noun
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Those affected by the scheme can visit Agridime’s website to see how the company is handling investors’ claims.—
Harriet Ramos,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
13 Feb. 2026
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Jane Doe alleged that in 2013, Epstein’s associates directed her to open a Bank of America account as part of a scheme to deceive immigration officials.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Feb. 2026
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On Tuesday, tech startup Altruist announced a new tax planning feature for Hazel, the company’s AI tool.—
John Towfighi,
CNN Money,
16 Feb. 2026
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According to a report from Axios, Disney sent a cease-and-desist letter Friday to ByteDance, accusing the company of distributing and reproducing its intellectual property through the new AI tool without permission.—
Dylan Butts,
CNBC,
16 Feb. 2026
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And, the wand is just as genius as the formula, with a super-slim, flexible design that hugs every single lash from corner to corner.—
Lily Wohlner,
Allure,
15 Feb. 2026
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Coffee mate has come up with the genius idea of creating an icy-cold coffee creamer that comes in a pint.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 Feb. 2026
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Because telling Starfleet that the Furies are part Lynar, and particularly susceptible to high sonic frequencies, is just an ingenious ruse.—
Richard Edwards,
Space.com,
13 Feb. 2026
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Kenton County Commonwealth's Attorney Rob Sanders said at trial that the custody exchange on the day of the shooting was a ruse for Payne to talk his way back into Lane's life.—
Quinlan Bentley,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
10 Feb. 2026
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The mission will carry a suite of instruments, the Lunar Vulkan Imaging and Spectroscopy Explorer (Lunar-VISE).—
Richard Tribou,
The Orlando Sentinel,
16 Feb. 2026
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Only three of them consistently performed on record and in concert, but at least a dozen more were honorary members who attended formal band meetings and were granted as much say in its direction and philosophy as those who actually played the instruments.—
Andy Cush,
Pitchfork,
15 Feb. 2026
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Treat them to the steak frites featuring a 24-ounce bone-in ribeye — and be sure to save room for dessert.—
USA TODAY NETWORK,
USA Today,
13 Feb. 2026
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Practices and games begin in January and expose players to harsh weather and unnecessary injuries while fans watch games in bone-chilling cold or do not attend at all.—
Reader Commentary,
Baltimore Sun,
13 Feb. 2026
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Seven of the 12 finalists fell in their first run in snowy conditions, which made landing tricks more of a challenge.—
Sean Gregory,
Time,
13 Feb. 2026
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Van Der Beek, twisting his remarkable life into a piece of comedy, pulled the same kind of trick.—
Megan Garber,
The Atlantic,
12 Feb. 2026
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The World team was loaded with talent, but NBA scoring leader Luka Doncic and three-time MVP Nikola Jokic both sat out its second game, likely to preserve the health of two superstars who have struggled with injury in the past month.—
Greg Beacham,
Twin Cities,
16 Feb. 2026
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Over the past 10 years, Hüller has built an international reputation as a major talent, most notably in the films Toni Erdmann, The Zone of Interest and Anatomy of a Fall, the latter earning her an Oscar nomination for best actress.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
15 Feb. 2026
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“Device.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/device. Accessed 19 Feb. 2026.
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