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Recent Examples of engine
The low-wing, single-engine turboprop plane was not able to make it to full power, according to officials with the Bates County Emergency Management Agency.
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Laura Bauer, Kansas City Star, 16 June 2026
The issue could increase the risk of a fire if the fluid comes into contact with an ignition source, such as a hot engine, according to NHTSA.
—Julia Gomez, USA Today, 16 June 2026
Most teams are still operating AI as a productivity assistant and tactical execution engine, not as a strategic force multiplier.
—Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 16 June 2026
Falcon is powered by twin 1,000 hp Volvo Penta IPS engines, delivering a top speed of 26 knots.
—Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 16 June 2026
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Laura Bauer, Kansas City Star, 16 June 2026
The issue could increase the risk of a fire if the fluid comes into contact with an ignition source, such as a hot engine, according to NHTSA.
—Julia Gomez, USA Today, 16 June 2026
Most teams are still operating AI as a productivity assistant and tactical execution engine, not as a strategic force multiplier.
—Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 16 June 2026
Falcon is powered by twin 1,000 hp Volvo Penta IPS engines, delivering a top speed of 26 knots.
—Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 16 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for engine
Noun
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Georgia had its pitching machine up higher than usual during its practice Thursday at Charles Schwab Field.—
Sarah Spencer,
AJC.com,
12 June 2026
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With the West largely closed, and with machines outstripping bodies, how could American men prove their manhood?—
Sally Jenkins,
The Atlantic,
11 June 2026
Noun
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In addition to performing better on standardized assessments, participants successfully completed everyday tasks that require fine motor control.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Dec. 2025
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It is also commonly used in radiators, motors and, importantly, computer chips and servers for its thermal conductivity to prevent overheating.—
Michael Khouw,
CNBC,
8 Dec. 2025
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“Engine.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/engine. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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