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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
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To alleviate the problem, local authorities had considered a traditional engineering project, carving out an artificial reservoir using heavy machines and concrete.—
Laura Paddison,
CNN Money,
18 June 2026
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Families The property helps to accommodate family travel needs with cribs, high chairs, sound machines, bath toys, and Pack-n-Plays.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 June 2026
Noun
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Rather than convert a traditional motor yacht to electric propulsion, the team developed a unique catamaran centered on efficiency, autonomy, and simplicity.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
13 June 2026
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The central carbon-fiber chassis or spine comes from one of four different builders (Oreca, Dallara, Multimatic, Ligier), and all LMDh cars must use the same transmission, hybrid motor, and hybrid battery.—
Jonathan M. Gitlin,
ArsTechnica,
12 June 2026
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“Engine.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/engine. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
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