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a person or business that manufactures something (such as a product)
The company is a leading manufacturer of farm equipment.
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Recent Examples of manufacturers
What is going to be most interesting to watch unfold on Sunday is how teams/manufacturers and their plethora of engineers attempt to use the new stage lengths to their advantage.
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Jordan Bianchi, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2026
After decades of denial, most manufacturers acknowledge the impact of carbon-emitting products on climate.
—Jamie Lincoln Kitman, Rolling Stone, 24 Apr. 2026
As more manufacturers explore similar concepts, vehicles like the 06T could help redefine what drivers expect from electric mobility in the years ahead.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 24 Apr. 2026
Plenty of manufacturers have thrown in the towel, leaving big players like Samsung to sell a new phone every couple of years.
—ArsTechnica, 24 Apr. 2026
This all-new next-generation machine is the car that will be further developed and then raced by the teams and manufacturers in the 2026/27 Season of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship.
—Sportico Staff, Sportico.com, 24 Apr. 2026
The laborers and manufacturers prepare to graft.
—Literary Hub, 23 Apr. 2026
Eco effort Any timber used in the renovation was sourced exclusively from fast-growing European species, paired with materials and products from small manufacturers.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
None of the three biggest school bus companies that transport kids on some 80,000 buses each day or the primary bus manufacturers responded to phone calls and emails seeking comment about the NTSB recommendation.
—ABC News, 23 Apr. 2026
Jordan Bianchi, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2026
After decades of denial, most manufacturers acknowledge the impact of carbon-emitting products on climate.
—Jamie Lincoln Kitman, Rolling Stone, 24 Apr. 2026
As more manufacturers explore similar concepts, vehicles like the 06T could help redefine what drivers expect from electric mobility in the years ahead.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 24 Apr. 2026
Plenty of manufacturers have thrown in the towel, leaving big players like Samsung to sell a new phone every couple of years.
—ArsTechnica, 24 Apr. 2026
This all-new next-generation machine is the car that will be further developed and then raced by the teams and manufacturers in the 2026/27 Season of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship.
—Sportico Staff, Sportico.com, 24 Apr. 2026
The laborers and manufacturers prepare to graft.
—Literary Hub, 23 Apr. 2026
Eco effort Any timber used in the renovation was sourced exclusively from fast-growing European species, paired with materials and products from small manufacturers.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
None of the three biggest school bus companies that transport kids on some 80,000 buses each day or the primary bus manufacturers responded to phone calls and emails seeking comment about the NTSB recommendation.
—ABC News, 23 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for manufacturers
Noun
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Researchers have spent decades developing potatoes for chip makers that can grow in all kinds of climates, avoid diseases and pests, sit in storage for months and still deliver a satisfying crunch.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
22 Apr. 2026
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The biggest console-makers are taking some steps toward a greener future, though those tend to be discussed in terms of corporate policy and not the end-user experience.—
Tony Maglio,
HollywoodReporter,
22 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Without credible, long-term demand, suppliers cannot invest.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Footwear News,
23 Apr. 2026
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Rooting-in-the-community was also important; 80 per cent of the workforce live nearby, furniture and artwork have been handcrafted by similarly eco-minded artisans, and ingredients are sourced, with a Crete-first, Greek-second mindset, from ethical, predominantly local farmers and suppliers.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
Noun
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In fact, multiple producers who were present at the meeting do produce trims domestically.—
Kate Nishimura,
Footwear News,
20 Apr. 2026
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Both Bullock and Kidman are producers on the movie.—
Tommy McArdle,
PEOPLE,
20 Apr. 2026
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Netflix leads all distributors with 35 total nominations across film and television, while Neon secured an impressive 21 film nominations despite being a smaller distributor.—
Jenzia Burgos,
StyleCaster,
11 Jan. 2026
Noun
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With this information, employers can steer employees to the best-value providers, remedy overbilling by intermediaries, and design affordable health plans with lower premiums.—
Jordan Bruneau,
Boston Herald,
25 Apr. 2026
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In November 2024, Councilmembers Monica Rodriguez and Bob Blumenfield introduced a motion calling for the city to explore bypassing LAHSA and contracting directly with service providers, citing concerns about fragmentation and accountability.—
Teresa Liu,
Daily News,
25 Apr. 2026
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“Manufacturers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/manufacturers. Accessed 27 Apr. 2026.
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