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as in apparatus
a mechanical part or group of parts used to perform a specific task
The printer's paper feeding mechanism is jammed.
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as in system
a series of actions used to achieve an end
She was stunned to learn that there was no mechanism in place to remedy the problem.
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Recent Examples of mechanism
While the new research is preliminary, the researchers believe this is a promising lead for further work to map its molecular mechanisms in order to develop the compound into therapeutics for trial.
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New Atlas, 15 Aug. 2025
This is an augmentation story, and despite how it is often presented, not primarily a mechanism to eliminate jobs.
—Amir Husain, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2025
Atmospheric rivers are the largest transport mechanisms of freshwater on Earth, according to NASA.
—Zach Urness, USA Today, 15 Aug. 2025
In India, which now accounts for 22 percent of global cotton production, female smallholder cotton farmers were certified as organic producers with the support of training programs, local procurement hubs and secure pricing mechanisms, with a 10 percent price premium for their cotton.
—Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 7 Aug. 2025
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New Atlas, 15 Aug. 2025
This is an augmentation story, and despite how it is often presented, not primarily a mechanism to eliminate jobs.
—Amir Husain, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2025
Atmospheric rivers are the largest transport mechanisms of freshwater on Earth, according to NASA.
—Zach Urness, USA Today, 15 Aug. 2025
In India, which now accounts for 22 percent of global cotton production, female smallholder cotton farmers were certified as organic producers with the support of training programs, local procurement hubs and secure pricing mechanisms, with a 10 percent price premium for their cotton.
—Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 7 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mechanism
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This has led to a large overhaul of the apparatus that has served to direct economic security decisions over the last decades.—
HENRY FARRELL,
Foreign Affairs,
19 Aug. 2025
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Instead, he and Safran were placed in charge of DC’s whole film and TV apparatus, and the return of Cena and friends was put on a long hold.—
Alan Sepinwall,
Rolling Stone,
15 Aug. 2025
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And while Indonesia’s Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Fisheries has vowed to introduce a quality and safety assurance system for marine and fisheries products to align with U.S. and global import standards, there is still work to be done.—
Doug Melville,
Forbes.com,
20 Aug. 2025
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SpaceX is developing Starship to be a fully reusable transportation system, meaning both the rocket and vehicle can return to the ground for additional missions.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
20 Aug. 2025
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At its inception, the NFL was Operation Team Player’s primary league partner, says Bill Hardy, IPR Center’s national program manager for Operation Team Player and Operation Surge Protector, which protects consumers from counterfeit computers and other electronic devices.—
Margaret Buranen,
USA Today,
20 Aug. 2025
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The Awards honors technical innovations — including devices, methods, formulas, discoveries and inventions — that aid filmmakers or bring additional value to the cinematic arts.—
Andrew McGowan,
Variety,
19 Aug. 2025
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States have turned to using the method as access to the drugs needed for lethal injections has been limited in recent years.—
James Powel,
USA Today,
14 Aug. 2025
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With no vaccines or medicines to prevent or treat the virus, the most effective method to prevent West Nile infection is to avoid mosquito bites, according to CDPH.—
Tess Kenny,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Aug. 2025
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Provided by Robert Fun Having worked his way up to seven plates on each side of the machine—totaling 280 kilograms (617 pounds)—Fun was focused on perfecting his form.—
Lucy Notarantonio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Aug. 2025
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The brand says this model is its most durable sound machine.—
Medea Giordano,
Wired News,
24 Aug. 2025
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But behind the brand deals, designer outfits and elaborate costumes, the process was taking a toll.—
Nicole Fallert,
USA Today,
20 Aug. 2025
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Counsell pointed to Sunday’s game against the Pittsburgh Pirates as an example of where the right process hasn’t converted into results for Tucker.—
Meghan Montemurro,
Chicago Tribune,
19 Aug. 2025
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The divers concluded that without specialized marine salvage tools, like underwater arc cutting equipment that requires additional skills and training to operate, the likelihood of getting inside the ship was remote.—
Frank Witsil,
Freep.com,
25 Aug. 2025
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Still, recent Consumer Price Index inflation reports reveal increases in the cost of certain imports the United States relies on heavily, including household furnishings, linens, tools, toys and sporting goods.—
Alicia Wallace,
CNN Money,
24 Aug. 2025
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Diagnosis and treatment Physical exams, as well as imaging procedures like MRIs and ultrasounds, can help diagnose the issue.—
Khloe Quill,
FOXNews.com,
20 Aug. 2025
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Their acquittal came after serious questions emerged about the procedures used to collect DNA evidence, according to the BBC.—
Monica Mercuri,
Forbes.com,
20 Aug. 2025
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“Mechanism.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mechanism. Accessed 29 Aug. 2025.
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