1
as in certificates
a written or printed paper giving information about or proof of something
a valid will is a legal instrument
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2
as in devices
an article intended for use in work
always choose the right instrument for any woodworking job
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3
as in instrumentalities
something used to achieve an end
he sees scouting as an instrument for building character in young people
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as in tools
one that is or can be used to further the purposes of another
the claim that the scientists are mere instruments of the tobacco companies, who pay them to produce findings that are highly suspect
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Recent Examples of instruments
But Amish church music is almost always group singing only, without instruments or soloists.
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CBS News, 2 May 2026
The mission will carry a suite of instruments, the Lunar Vulkan Imaging and Spectroscopy Explorer (Lunar-VISE).
—Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 1 May 2026
But Amish church music is almost always group singing only, without instruments or soloists.
—ABC News, 1 May 2026
Multiple issues, including failure of some instruments and decreasing visibility conditions, occurred in the minutes leading up to the crash, a preliminary report by the National Transportation Safety Board said.
—Joe Marusak
may 1, Charlotte Observer, 1 May 2026
The exact selection and layout of instruments may vary by airline.
—James Glanz, New York Times, 1 May 2026
Technologies that expanded reproductive autonomy were simultaneously weaponized as instruments of control.
—Sonya Borrero, STAT, 1 May 2026
All 12 songs incorporate bells or bell-like instruments into their sparse mixes.
—Billie Bugara, Pitchfork, 26 Apr. 2026
This included enlarging cabin windows into observation viewports and carving open portals into the belly of the fuselage, allowing high-tech sensors and remote-sensing instruments a clear line of sight to the world below.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 24 Apr. 2026
CBS News, 2 May 2026
The mission will carry a suite of instruments, the Lunar Vulkan Imaging and Spectroscopy Explorer (Lunar-VISE).
—Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 1 May 2026
But Amish church music is almost always group singing only, without instruments or soloists.
—ABC News, 1 May 2026
Multiple issues, including failure of some instruments and decreasing visibility conditions, occurred in the minutes leading up to the crash, a preliminary report by the National Transportation Safety Board said.
—Joe Marusak
may 1, Charlotte Observer, 1 May 2026
The exact selection and layout of instruments may vary by airline.
—James Glanz, New York Times, 1 May 2026
Technologies that expanded reproductive autonomy were simultaneously weaponized as instruments of control.
—Sonya Borrero, STAT, 1 May 2026
All 12 songs incorporate bells or bell-like instruments into their sparse mixes.
—Billie Bugara, Pitchfork, 26 Apr. 2026
This included enlarging cabin windows into observation viewports and carving open portals into the belly of the fuselage, allowing high-tech sensors and remote-sensing instruments a clear line of sight to the world below.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 24 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for instruments
Noun
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There is also a limit of five personal pan pizza certificates per family, per month.—
Amaris Encinas,
USA Today,
1 May 2026
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Eldan said his group is working with several other states, including California and New Mexico, to get laws passed to provide similar innocence certificates and update exonerees' criminal records.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
30 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The program included a technology deep dive exploring the science behind modern IPL devices, a creator roundtable discussing personal journeys around beauty and self-confidence and hands-on demonstrations that allowed attendees to experience the devices directly.—
Footwear News,
Footwear News,
7 May 2026
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The Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 will see its debut in devices overseas from brands like Oppo, realme, and REDMI.—
Florence Ion,
PC Magazine,
7 May 2026
Noun
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In a further adaptation, the Buddhist Five Precepts were rewritten specifically for the robot, with input reportedly drawn from AI tools including Gemini and ChatGPT.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
6 May 2026
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While digital tools will remain part of the landscape, Bugenhagen believes there is growing space for models that prioritize human insight and structured guidance.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
6 May 2026
Noun
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Here are four of the nine certifications listed in the guide that are frequently cited as being important.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
6 May 2026
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Members of the panel recommended the officers’ certifications be suspended or revoked outright.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
2 May 2026
Noun
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Registration and renewal costs for noncommercial vehicles — those weighing 8,000 pounds or less — can range from $24 to $140 for a standard Idaho license plate.—
Hali Smith
May 4,
Idaho Statesman,
4 May 2026
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The agreements also take aim at China’s control and manipulation of the global production of heavy rare earths, which are used for making powerful, heat-resistant magnets in industries such as defense and electric vehicles.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
4 May 2026
Noun
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Making the lives of Idahoans affordable, fixing healthcare, helping farmers produce affordable food and still make a living, saving our public lands and national forest for future generations, and making sure vets, servicemen and women and seniors are not used as pawns in political games.—
Kevin Fixler
May 3,
Idaho Statesman,
3 May 2026
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Most people don’t think children should be pawns in any politician’s culture war.—
Orlando Sentinel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The sudden cancellations effectively stranded hundreds of travelers, who were left scrambling for alternative means of transportation.—
Jessica Puckett,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 May 2026
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Implementing mass timber at scale means navigating property lines and managing infrastructure boundaries between private owners.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Footwear News,
4 May 2026
Noun
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Spirit’s thousands of employees have lost their jobs, so there won’t be customer service agents to assist them.—
Leslie Josephs,
CNBC,
2 May 2026
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The new era of college basketball, with unlimited transfers, players and their agents negotiating substantial salaries and big schools’ poaching of the best mid-major players – there’s no other way to put it – only increases the distance between the power schools and everyone else.—
Jim Alexander,
Oc Register,
2 May 2026
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“Instruments.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/instruments. Accessed 10 May. 2026.
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