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also gismo
as in gadget
an interesting and often novel device with a practical use
found all sorts of interesting woodworking gizmos in the garage
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Recent Examples of gizmo
In what obviously should’ve been a pack-in title like PlayStation’s done with the Astro series at the launch of its new hardware, Welcome Tour makes for a fun distraction and a good way to test out all the new gizmos in the console.
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Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 5 June 2025
The new gizmo, called the ExpressVote XL, is made by the same firm that manufactures the scanning machines now used by New York City and many other counties in the state, Election Systems & Software.
—New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 29 May 2025
Measure your gizmo with the case on to get a sense of correct sizing, and look for a crossbody phone bag that matches the criteria (usually found in the product’s online description).
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 10 Apr. 2025
Now, the Entity intends to annihilate humanity in four days unless it can be taken offline by a key that accesses a gizmo in the Arctic Sea that connects to a whatsit that Ving Rhames’s weary Luther is attempting to invent from a makeshift hospital bed somewhere in the subway tunnels of London.
—Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 15 May 2025
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Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 5 June 2025
The new gizmo, called the ExpressVote XL, is made by the same firm that manufactures the scanning machines now used by New York City and many other counties in the state, Election Systems & Software.
—New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 29 May 2025
Measure your gizmo with the case on to get a sense of correct sizing, and look for a crossbody phone bag that matches the criteria (usually found in the product’s online description).
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 10 Apr. 2025
Now, the Entity intends to annihilate humanity in four days unless it can be taken offline by a key that accesses a gizmo in the Arctic Sea that connects to a whatsit that Ving Rhames’s weary Luther is attempting to invent from a makeshift hospital bed somewhere in the subway tunnels of London.
—Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 15 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gizmo
Noun
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Now, these speedy gadgets have found a new purpose as a fun beach accessory for scuba diving and snorkeling trips.—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
13 Aug. 2025
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One of the headline arrivals is Wi-Fi-only commissioning, meaning Matter gadgets can be on-boarded without needing Bluetooth at all.—
Paul Lamkin,
Forbes.com,
12 Aug. 2025
Noun
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From building a beauty empire to navigating purpose through pain, Monique shares the lessons, leaps of faith, and leadership tools that have shaped her journey.—
Essence,
Essence,
13 Aug. 2025
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The money, found in boxes of antique tools, included rare bills and silver coins dating back to the 1940s and 1950s.—
Kirby Adams,
The Courier-Journal,
12 Aug. 2025
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Edison Cannon: An experimental contraption based on designs by the gunsmith Medvedik.—
Oliver Brandt,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Aug. 2025
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Video footage shows the giant Pacific octopus grabbing the camera and its reddish body covering more and more of the contraption.—
Aspen Pflughoeft,
Miami Herald,
12 Aug. 2025
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Your commitment to innovation is clear from the stock photos of a diverse group of people deeply engaged in what appears to be a breakthrough moment involving a laptop and some very enthusiastic pointing.—
Greg Mania,
New Yorker,
6 Aug. 2025
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To date, most of ThredUp’s innovations have focused on its buyers, rather than its sellers.—
Meghan Hall,
Sourcing Journal,
6 Aug. 2025
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Apple users will soon be able to access any widgets from installed apps via their vehicle's infotainment system.—
Charles Singh,
USA Today,
15 Aug. 2025
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The interface largely centers on clock faces and widgets — small software features that are typically dedicated to specific tasks. Charismatic, which was previously known as Pebble and Rock earlier in development, blends the approach of the Apple TV and Apple Watch operating systems.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
14 Aug. 2025
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Post-sale Coordinating the purchase, delivery and installation of appliances should take a few business days, depending on the home location and the Studio’s inventory availability, Solur said.—
Howard Cohen,
Miami Herald,
5 Aug. 2025
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Even in the home, everyday products like appliances, lighting systems and thermostats now function more like digital platforms than static tools, complete with a list of optional, subscribed features, functionality and value.—
Thomas Ryd,
Forbes.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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Not quite as much as this crazy jigger, but extraordinary nonetheless.—
Loz Blain
August 04,
New Atlas,
4 Aug. 2025
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Also often included is a double-sided jigger, featuring one-ounce capacity on one side and two-ounce capacity on the other.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
23 July 2025
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“Gizmo.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gizmo. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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