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as in engines
a device that changes energy into mechanical motion
a machine that washes dishes for you
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as in busses
a self-propelled passenger vehicle on four wheels
that Corvette is a machine that any guy would love to own
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as in rounds (off or out)
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Recent Examples of machines
Geoff Brumfiel, NPR, 7 Sep. 2025
This trend held true on the real-world gaming tests, too; in some cases, the Blade 14 clung even tighter to the other machines.
—Matthew Buzzi, PC Magazine, 7 Sep. 2025
Artist Clark Whittington, for example began repurposing cigarette vending machines into small art shops, called Art-o-mats, in the late 1990s in North Carolina.
—Karissa Waddick, USA Today, 6 Sep. 2025
Now, Sariah Howell and Memory Magnets not only do weddings, but also sell machines and tutorials for others who want to get in the business.
—Ramishah Maruf, CNN Money, 6 Sep. 2025
Their law firm’s phones, voicemail systems and fax machines were tied up for days due to nonstop calls from auto-dialing software.
—Johnny Dodd, PEOPLE, 6 Sep. 2025
Led by Martin Müser, PhD, a materials simulation professor at Saarland University, the team of physicists discovered that molecular dipoles are the true reason why humans, animals, and even machines lose their footing on ice.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 5 Sep. 2025
When students outsource their thinking to machines, they short-circuit the very process that a college education is meant to cultivate.
—Matthew Scogin, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2025
Sure, there are legitimate fears about the robots taking over the economy, but what about the prospect of outsourcing our thinking to machines.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 31 Aug. 2025
Verb
Religious personalities are among those resurrected by the machines.
—Geoff Brumfiel, NPR, 7 Sep. 2025
This trend held true on the real-world gaming tests, too; in some cases, the Blade 14 clung even tighter to the other machines.
—Matthew Buzzi, PC Magazine, 7 Sep. 2025
Artist Clark Whittington, for example began repurposing cigarette vending machines into small art shops, called Art-o-mats, in the late 1990s in North Carolina.
—Karissa Waddick, USA Today, 6 Sep. 2025
Now, Sariah Howell and Memory Magnets not only do weddings, but also sell machines and tutorials for others who want to get in the business.
—Ramishah Maruf, CNN Money, 6 Sep. 2025
Their law firm’s phones, voicemail systems and fax machines were tied up for days due to nonstop calls from auto-dialing software.
—Johnny Dodd, PEOPLE, 6 Sep. 2025
Led by Martin Müser, PhD, a materials simulation professor at Saarland University, the team of physicists discovered that molecular dipoles are the true reason why humans, animals, and even machines lose their footing on ice.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 5 Sep. 2025
When students outsource their thinking to machines, they short-circuit the very process that a college education is meant to cultivate.
—Matthew Scogin, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2025
Sure, there are legitimate fears about the robots taking over the economy, but what about the prospect of outsourcing our thinking to machines.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 31 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for machines
Noun
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The Dreamliner is 25% more fuel-efficient than older models due to lighter construction and advanced engines.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Sep. 2025
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Firefighting efforts include 159 engines, 51 water tenders, 11 helicopters, 19 dozers and 48 hand crews.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
5 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Pick-up locations include Belleville (closest full-size fleets), Toronto Pearson International Airport, or Picton for compact cars.—
Alexandra Emanuelli,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Sep. 2025
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Meanwhile, the Hendrick cars could struggle.—
Jeff Gluck,
New York Times,
6 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The tariffs issued on steel, aluminum and automobiles are unaffected by the ruling.—
Suzanne Blake,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Sep. 2025
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Travel assistance Attending college far from home means that students will take planes, trains or automobiles to return home for holidays and other special events.—
Metro Creative Services,
Boston Herald,
31 Aug. 2025
Verb
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At the same time, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei is among those who forecast 50% of entry-level jobs may be wiped out by AI as the technology improves, including being able to work eight-hour shifts without a break.—
Trevor Laurence Jockims,
CNBC,
7 Sep. 2025
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Maria’s relationship with Sylvia improves, as well as with the deputy head Sam (Jacob Anderson, completely unrecognizable from his Game of Thrones era), with whom Maria used to be in a romantic relationship.—
Leslie Felperin,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Don't tail large vehicles closely - Trucks or buses can kick up a water spray that obstructs visibility.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
6 Sep. 2025
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Do not follow large vehicles closely - Large vehicles like trucks or buses can create a spray of water that can reduce your visibility.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
5 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Make sure the tires reconnect with the road - During the skid, wait until the tires reconnect with the road and then gently straighten the wheels to regain control.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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Included in the sale is the Meridian Carry-on, which measures 14 inches wide and 22 inches tall, wheels included.—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Sep. 2025
Verb
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This immersive exchange builds empathy, refines messaging around real objections and creates a continuous feedback loop—aligning tactics, sharing ownership and driving measurable revenue growth.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
27 Aug. 2025
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The high milk content and prolonged conching (which refines and polishes the chocolate) of this 33 percent bar results in melt-in-your-mouth creaminess.—
Rebecca L. Rhoades,
Saveur,
20 Aug. 2025
Verb
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For the most part, Ruth carries out her daily chores, and submits to the Brotherhood’s inflexible vision of domesticity.—
Hannah Gold,
New Yorker,
29 Aug. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Machines.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/machines. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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