machines 1 of 2

plural of machine

machines

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of machine

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of machines
Noun
The 30-logical-qubit demonstration represents an important data point in the industry’s effort to move from isolated quantum experiments toward machines capable of executing increasingly long and reliable computations. — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 25 Sep. 2026 But the real flaw in this law is the assumption that these machines are only intended for legitimate investment. — Mike Ryan, Sun Sentinel, 24 Sep. 2026 And while there is a worldwide fear that machines and AI will eventually replace workers, Helal is clear that workers are indispensable to the production process. — Mayu Saini, Footwear News, 24 Sep. 2026 White noise machines, fans and pink or brown noise mask the sound rather than block it. — Lauren Schuster, Sacbee.com, 24 Sep. 2026 On the other are partner-side tools like earplugs and white noise machines. — Lauren Schuster, Charlotte Observer, 24 Sep. 2026 The fitness center is top-notch, with heart rate monitoring and LCD screen treadmills, strength-training machines, free weights, and a Kinesis® exercise wall. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Sep. 2026 Ukrainian President President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, speaking at the General Assembly, said some kind of human control over machines must achieved soon. — ABC News, 23 Sep. 2026 Each showcases human actors and their dedication to their craft in a moment when machines are attempting to replace a face, voice and life force. — Clayton Davis, Variety, 17 Sep. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for machines
Noun
  • On some Subaru engines, accessing the upper oil pan section can be considerably more labor-intensive than replacing the lower pan gasket.
    — John Paul Senior Manager Public Affairs And Traffic Safety Aaa Northeast, Hartford Courant, 26 Sep. 2026
  • The company currently supports more than 90,000 engines worldwide through its maintenance, repair, and overhaul network.
    — Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 25 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • Saudi Arabia has been quietly building an electric vehicle brand for the last four years, and it's just revealed the first cars from its portfolio.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 26 Sep. 2026
  • To avoid bear encounters, Fish and Wildlife recommends removing unsecured food from cars and tents, using bear-resistant food canisters or bear lockers, and regularly disposing trash.
    — Iris Kwok, Los Angeles Times, 26 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • This lessens the chance of fungal diseases and betters airflow and light exposure to all parts of the plant.
    — Melissa Epifano, The Spruce, 18 July 2026
  • If the Sharks make the playoffs next season and Celebrini betters his 115-point total from this season, wouldn’t his next deal become that much more expensive?
    — Curtis Pashelka, Mercury News, 30 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • But local government officials are warning that the proposal, if approved, would leave cities and counties with less money to pay for essential services, including fire-rescue, mosquito control, buses, parks and public hospitals like Jackson.
    — Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 17 Sep. 2026
  • Many are dealing with buses running late, excessively long rides, and some have no bus route at all.
    — Elijah Westbrook, CBS News, 17 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • Portland drops to 7-4-3 at home, while Atlanta United improves to 3-7-4 on the road.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 20 Sep. 2026
  • Markets still are developing despite cautious interest Even as perennial grain development steadily improves and more farmers sign on to grow it, there still are issues with consumer interest, federal support and research infrastructure.
    — Joshua A. Bickel, Los Angeles Times, 19 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • This was the era of Eero Saarinen’s Tulip chair, Charles and Ray Eames’s organic furniture, and the space-age curves were sweeping through architecture, automobiles, and fashion.
    — Taylor Stoddard, Robb Report, 17 Sep. 2026
  • These days, instead of shiny new automobiles, two gleaming copper and stainless steel stills occupy the long room located to the left of the entrance.
    — Robert F. Moss, Southern Living, 13 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • Still, stakeholders are unsure what effects a veto override will have.
    — Laura Horne, Charlotte Observer, 17 Aug. 2026
  • Here, The Athletic outlines United’s debt picture and what effects this latest refinancing may have.
    — Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 13 June 2026
Noun
  • When the road becomes too tight for the eActros, Wagner can leave the motorhome behind and continue on two wheels.
    — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 20 Sep. 2026
  • The steering is heavier than something like a 296 but still feels very direct, with good feedback of the road conditions as the front wheels are experiencing them.
    — Jonathan M. Gitlin, ArsTechnica, 20 Sep. 2026

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“Machines.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/machines. Accessed 28 Sep. 2026.

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