inputs

plural of input

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Recent Examples of inputs These inputs can then be used to manufacture new polyester and regenerated cellulosic fibers, including lyocell and viscose. — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 9 Oct. 2026 Many have been feeling the squeeze as costs for inputs like diesel, fertilizer and seed have soared thanks to refinery constraints and supply disruptions amid the Iran war. — ABC News, 7 Oct. 2026 Farmers face higher costs for feed, fuel and other inputs, while drought across the Great Plains has reduced pasture and feed supplies. — Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 6 Oct. 2026 When Choice Becomes Essential The case for caution becomes stronger when exclusivity controls the inputs other businesses need to compete. — Sanjay Ghare, Forbes.com, 6 Oct. 2026 Yet without fully mature local ecosystems, Southeast Asian factories source inputs from China to keep production running. — Angelica Ang, Fortune, 5 Oct. 2026 Some keyboards with contactless switches go further by letting users program keys so that one full press results in two inputs. — ArsTechnica, 5 Oct. 2026 Potentially lifesaving and cost-saving decisions to shorten courses, redistribute staff, streamline, or expand resources could come from quantified inputs, in conjunction with prior experience. — Vibhu Krishna, STAT, 2 Oct. 2026 International treaties and agreements govern the use and proliferation of the inputs used to create biological, chemical and nuclear weapons. — Elizabeth Shackelford, Chicago Tribune, 2 Oct. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for inputs
Noun
  • Based on its assessment, MDE does not expect the intakes to be directly impacted.
    — Bryan Lynn, CBS News, 27 Sep. 2026
  • Players were going through their medical intakes on Wednesday ahead of their first on-ice session of training camp Thursday.
    — Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 16 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • Our next section covers some of the key things to know about AI financial advice.
    — Kate Dore, CFP®, EA,Kelli Grant, CFP®, CNBC, 8 Oct. 2026
  • One example is Hilton’s care hub, which provides guidance and strategies for caring for elderly relatives, children, and mental health advice.
    — Sam Forsdick, Fortune, 8 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • Over in markets, declines in Treasury yields and gains in key technology names helped to push the S&P 500 to a fresh all-time intraday high on Tuesday.
    — Justina Lee, CNBC, 7 Oct. 2026
  • Without proper controls, productivity gains can unintentionally drive disproportionate cost growth.
    — Sudipto Dasgupta, Forbes.com, 6 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • Jamal, meanwhile, was allegedly handing over information about his clients to the FBI.
    — Mia Cathell, The Washington Examiner, 5 Oct. 2026
  • Compelling information, but not strong enough to convince a politician.
    — Kent Sepkowitz, STAT, 5 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • It is advised to follow the guidelines and recommendations provided by local authorities and emergency response agencies.
    — MIAMI HERALD HURRICANE BOT, Miami Herald, 10 Oct. 2026
  • For instance in June, Jo Malone London launched an AI Scent Scanner that translates the visual preferences people have expressed across their Pinterest boards into personalized Jo Malone London fragrance recommendations.
    — Noor Lobad, Footwear News, 9 Oct. 2026

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“Inputs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inputs. Accessed 10 Oct. 2026.

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