1
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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2
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
The high court has the chance to do that through a case challenging the constitutionality of a Federal Communications Commission's mechanism for expanding phone and internet access to low-income and rural communities.
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Melissa Quinn, CBS News, 14 May 2025
But there has been no clear evidence pointing to a mechanism capable of driving such uneven evolution, perhaps until now.
—Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 14 May 2025
In addition, the Ministry wants to establish a direct investment mechanism exclusively for pre-licensing, licensing and production of independent Brazilian works.
—Zac Ntim, Deadline, 14 May 2025
Here’s a description of all the causal mechanisms for how the world works.
—Sean Illing, Vox, 12 May 2025
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Melissa Quinn, CBS News, 14 May 2025
But there has been no clear evidence pointing to a mechanism capable of driving such uneven evolution, perhaps until now.
—Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 14 May 2025
In addition, the Ministry wants to establish a direct investment mechanism exclusively for pre-licensing, licensing and production of independent Brazilian works.
—Zac Ntim, Deadline, 14 May 2025
Here’s a description of all the causal mechanisms for how the world works.
—Sean Illing, Vox, 12 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for mechanism
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mechanism
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That year, the American political apparatus stepped to the pulpit to denigrate the activists: Tom Cotton, Mike Johnson, Joe Biden, Eric Adams.—
Doreen St. Félix,
New Yorker,
17 May 2025
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Both of his lungs collapsed, and he was placed on a breathing apparatus.—
Heran Mamo,
Billboard,
16 May 2025
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Saudi Arabia’s judicial system is based on an interpretation of Sharia law, a broad set of laws and precepts that aim to guide or govern the daily lives of Muslim people.—
Kathryn Palmer,
USA Today,
16 May 2025
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Understanding The Human Risk Landscape The goalposts for securing an organization’s internal systems are constantly shifting.—
Masha Sedova,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2025
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The highest tier, which is $20.99 a month, includes the ability to stream on four devices and offers 4K Ultra HD video quality and 100 downloads.—
Saman Shafiq,
USA Today,
16 May 2025
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After Cecilie reported Oscar, the police went to the Hoffmanns' house to seize the devices Oscar had access to.—
Isadora Wandermurem,
Time,
16 May 2025
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Hippler is allowing the account’s click activity pertaining to knives and knife accessories, the payment method used, and details of items in the cart, including all items added to the cart and removed from the cart or wish listed in the shopping bag.—
Jean Casarez,
CNN Money,
9 May 2025
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It is processed using a chrome tanning method to preserve its natural texture, then shrunk using special agents instead of heat to retain the organic grain and wrinkles.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2025
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However, achieving automation and connectivity between disparate machines, systems and factory locations will first require a holistic data foundation.—
Marco Santos,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2025
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This would require innovative technologies and a machine learning model that could understand the consumer’s buying history and preferences with more nuance than existing models.—
Jason Phillips,
USA Today,
9 May 2025
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As the director of printing technology at Alquist 3D his videos, showing the process of 3D -homes being built, get views in the tens of millions of views.—
Sarah Sekula,
USA Today,
16 May 2025
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The Panthers have trust in themselves, in their process, in their routine.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
15 May 2025
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For estate planners, CPAs, and financial advisors, the key takeaway is that tax tools should serve philanthropic intent, not drive it.—
Matthew F. Erskine,
Forbes.com,
8 May 2025
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Some community members relied on digital tools and workforce development and career services, while others gravitated towards cultural and intellectual offerings.—
Laura Backstrom,
Scientific American,
8 May 2025
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Since working with her mother at the NICU, she’s learned such things as caring for infants, adhering to standards and procedures, and speaking with parents.—
David Chiu,
People.com,
16 May 2025
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Assessing risks and carrying out checks The fraud risks within a supply chain are unique to each business, and objective assessment of the likelihood of your trading activities contributing to fraud is an essential first step to developing effective due diligence procedures.—
Mark Littler,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2025
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“Mechanism.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mechanism. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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