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as in car
a self-propelled passenger vehicle on four wheels
that Corvette is a machine that any guy would love to own
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Recent Examples of machine
Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 19 Mar. 2026
The big companies behind Japan’s iconic vending machines are struggling.
—Alexandra Banner, CNN Money, 19 Mar. 2026
Jesse Raub, Bon Appetit Magazine, 18 Dec. 2025
Conversely, could machine learning models actually enhance student learning through tutoring or other tools?
—Melanie Stetson Freeman, Christian Science Monitor, 17 Dec. 2025
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Noun
Researchers at Oklahoma State University are now trying to change that by teaching machines to respond to human instinct in real time.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 19 Mar. 2026
The big companies behind Japan’s iconic vending machines are struggling.
—Alexandra Banner, CNN Money, 19 Mar. 2026
Verb
These pans undergo thorough hand polishing and machining to refine their shape, reduce their weight, and create a mirror-smooth surface that is nearly nonstick from the get-go.
—Jesse Raub, Bon Appetit Magazine, 18 Dec. 2025
Conversely, could machine learning models actually enhance student learning through tutoring or other tools?
—Melanie Stetson Freeman, Christian Science Monitor, 17 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for machine
Noun
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The British brand has been using components and engines co-developed by luxury German automaker BMW since 2001.—
Charles Singh,
USA Today,
17 Mar. 2026
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Darian Mensah Mensah will be the engine that makes the Hurricanes’ offense go.—
Adam Lichtenstein,
Sun Sentinel,
17 Mar. 2026
Noun
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These design choices are aimed at producing a sound level closer to a car door closing than a thunder-like boom.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
21 Mar. 2026
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Officers are then seen placing him against the trunk of the car.—
Nikiya Carrero,
CBS News,
21 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Golden’s team leads the nation with a plus-14 rebounding margin and bettered Kentucky 50-29 on the boards on Friday to generate a 21-8 edge in second-change points.—
Edgar Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
15 Mar. 2026
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At its core, RZA’s One Spoon of Chocolate is a story of a young man’s journey to better his life’s circumstances, while everything around him is shaken.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
12 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Maintain a safe distance from large vehicles - Trucks or buses can produce a water spray that hampers visibility.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
17 Mar. 2026
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Following his conviction, Kimble and a handful of others walked outside the brick building to be loaded on a bus bound for Menard Correctional Center.—
Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Mar. 2026
Verb
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There are certainly areas for all parties to improve, Hernandez said.—
Tim McDonnell,
semafor.com,
23 Mar. 2026
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Still, in regions where the most robust legal protections and protective programs have been put into place, female farmworkers say things have started to improve.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
23 Mar. 2026
Noun
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My automobile is basically used for my immediate needs or possibly a social gathering such as lunch with friends.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Mar. 2026
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Their country had already conquered global markets with electronics and automobiles.—
Dan Bilefsky,
HollywoodReporter,
21 Mar. 2026
Verb
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In 2024, The Brutalist used AI to refine Adrien Brody’s Hungarian accent.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
19 Mar. 2026
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Offer practical help, then invite feedback to refine plans together.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Riding on 21-inch alloy wheels, our Lexus RX350h F-Sport tester had exterior pizzazz and looked great with its recent redesign.—
Marc D. Grasso,
Boston Herald,
19 Mar. 2026
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Other upgrades include a unique finish on the carbon-fiber frame similar to that found on the automaker’s vehicles, a carbon chainring with titanium teeth, a Selle Italia saddle, and ultra-lightweight Hyper 62 wheels wrapped in custom Continental tires.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
19 Mar. 2026
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“Machine.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/machine. Accessed 23 Mar. 2026.
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