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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 cars
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 machines
Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 13 Jan. 2026
No one could trace the secret roots of Skinny Pedro’s devotion to the world of machines.
—Literary Hub, 12 Jan. 2026
Gone are the days when working out at a hotel meant using outdated machines in a stuffy, cramped gym; today’s top properties are re-thinking fitness as a central park of the guest experience, designing trails, courts, and classes to immerse them in more natural surroundings.
—Rana Good, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Jan. 2026
Their stories connect visitors to the human side of a sport often defined by speed and machines.
—Bill Bootz, Charlotte Observer, 12 Jan. 2026
Inside the helicopter is a miniature intensive care unit with ventilators, monitors and oxygen tanks that can be moved in and out to stabilize a patient in a hospital, during the flight and after landing at the Texas Children's helipad until the patient is connected to hospital machines.
—Nicole Villalpando, Austin American Statesman, 12 Jan. 2026
Modern machines have made big strides in design and efficiency, and juicing at home has never been simpler.
—Andrea Strong, Bon Appetit Magazine, 12 Jan. 2026
Many Walmart locations in Florida have self-service lottery ticket vending machines or sell lottery tickets at the customer service desk.
—Jennifer Sangalang, Florida Times-Union, 11 Jan. 2026
The items include bed frames, bedding, pillows, white-noise machines, area rugs, desk chairs, TVs and TV mounts.
—Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Nov. 2025
Noun
While still early, the update points to a future where humanoid robots learn less like machines and more like people.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 13 Jan. 2026
No one could trace the secret roots of Skinny Pedro’s devotion to the world of machines.
—Literary Hub, 12 Jan. 2026
Gone are the days when working out at a hotel meant using outdated machines in a stuffy, cramped gym; today’s top properties are re-thinking fitness as a central park of the guest experience, designing trails, courts, and classes to immerse them in more natural surroundings.
—Rana Good, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Jan. 2026
Their stories connect visitors to the human side of a sport often defined by speed and machines.
—Bill Bootz, Charlotte Observer, 12 Jan. 2026
Inside the helicopter is a miniature intensive care unit with ventilators, monitors and oxygen tanks that can be moved in and out to stabilize a patient in a hospital, during the flight and after landing at the Texas Children's helipad until the patient is connected to hospital machines.
—Nicole Villalpando, Austin American Statesman, 12 Jan. 2026
Modern machines have made big strides in design and efficiency, and juicing at home has never been simpler.
—Andrea Strong, Bon Appetit Magazine, 12 Jan. 2026
Many Walmart locations in Florida have self-service lottery ticket vending machines or sell lottery tickets at the customer service desk.
—Jennifer Sangalang, Florida Times-Union, 11 Jan. 2026
The items include bed frames, bedding, pillows, white-noise machines, area rugs, desk chairs, TVs and TV mounts.
—Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for machines
Noun
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The report does make clear that neither of the plane's two other engines were on fire before the crash.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
15 Jan. 2026
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Toyota Industries, which founded Toyota Motor, produces a range of products including forklifts, engines, electronic components, and stamping dies.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
15 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Themed wallpaper is displayed in honor of thousands of songs that reference the company's cars.—
Alysia Burgio,
CBS News,
12 Jan. 2026
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As demonstrators started their march to the Sacramento Memorial Auditorium on J Street, passing cars honked in solidarity and protesters cheered in response.—
Chaewon Chung,
Sacbee.com,
11 Jan. 2026
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Keep a distance from high profile vehicles such as trucks, buses and vehicles towing trailers.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
11 Jan. 2026
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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,
10 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Nothing betters the gift of time.—
Brie Stimson , Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa,
FOXNews.com,
9 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The president originally announced 25% tariffs on automobiles and auto parts, only to later relax those, seeking to provide domestic automakers some relief from seeing their production costs rise.—
Fortune,
Fortune,
14 Jan. 2026
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Explore displays of vintage and high-powered automobiles, sip on craft beers, enjoy shopping local boutiques and let the kids enjoy family-friendly activities such as face painting, a petting zoo and more.—
Ave Maria,
Miami Herald,
14 Jan. 2026
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Open year-round during daylight hours, both hotel guests and outside visitors can learn how to handle a bow and arrow practicing on static targets that are set further away as your aim improves.—
Rana Good,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 Jan. 2026
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Lemon water also adds flavor, provides vitamin C, improves digestion, and can prevent kidney stones.—
Aubrey Bailey,
Verywell Health,
12 Jan. 2026
Noun
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From their eight 360-degree wheels to their grippy telescopic handle, these bags are so easy to travel with.—
Jasmine Gomez,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Jan. 2026
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The pickup truck landed wheels up in the creek.—
Richard Ramos,
CBS News,
15 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The overwhelming amount of digital evidence that both district attorneys and public defenders in Colorado must manage is so dire that state lawmakers created a task force to address the issue, which effects every criminal case in the state.—
Shaun Boyd,
CBS News,
23 Dec. 2025
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What effects the death of his son or other losses and loves had upon his plays are secrets that Shakespeare carried with him to the grave.—
James Shapiro,
The Atlantic,
1 Dec. 2025
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“Machines.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/machines. Accessed 17 Jan. 2026.
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