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as in devices
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 methods
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 mechanisms
The state has also advanced in large-scale restoration through innovative mechanisms such as restoration concessions, while intensifying actions to combat deforestation and forest fires.
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MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Nov. 2025
How Hypertension Affects Brain Structure Hypertension contributes to or accelerates cognitive decline via various harmful brain mechanisms.
—Colleen Doherty, Verywell Health, 6 Nov. 2025
Col&MacArthur will produce two versions of the watch, the varying prices reflecting differences in their internal mechanisms.
—Oscar Holland, CNN Money, 6 Nov. 2025
This could hollow out support mechanisms.
—Literary Hub, 5 Nov. 2025
In addition to the master clock in your brain, there are time-keeping mechanisms in every organ and in your cells.
—Allison Aubrey, NPR, 3 Nov. 2025
The team proposes a few different mechanisms that could account for the unexpectedly rapid brightening of this comet from beyond the solar system.
—Robert Lea, Space.com, 31 Oct. 2025
But both funding mechanisms had already been approved for these efforts by state lawmakers earlier this year.
—Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 31 Oct. 2025
This introspective behavior, however, was highly inconsistent—occurring only about 20% of the time—and its underlying mechanisms remain unclear.
—Jeremy Kahn, Fortune, 30 Oct. 2025
MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Nov. 2025
How Hypertension Affects Brain Structure Hypertension contributes to or accelerates cognitive decline via various harmful brain mechanisms.
—Colleen Doherty, Verywell Health, 6 Nov. 2025
Col&MacArthur will produce two versions of the watch, the varying prices reflecting differences in their internal mechanisms.
—Oscar Holland, CNN Money, 6 Nov. 2025
This could hollow out support mechanisms.
—Literary Hub, 5 Nov. 2025
In addition to the master clock in your brain, there are time-keeping mechanisms in every organ and in your cells.
—Allison Aubrey, NPR, 3 Nov. 2025
The team proposes a few different mechanisms that could account for the unexpectedly rapid brightening of this comet from beyond the solar system.
—Robert Lea, Space.com, 31 Oct. 2025
But both funding mechanisms had already been approved for these efforts by state lawmakers earlier this year.
—Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 31 Oct. 2025
This introspective behavior, however, was highly inconsistent—occurring only about 20% of the time—and its underlying mechanisms remain unclear.
—Jeremy Kahn, Fortune, 30 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mechanisms
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Since launching in 2012, Candy Crush Saga has remained one of the most popular games on mobile devices, accruing millions of daily players.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
6 Nov. 2025
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On the hardware side over 10+ million devices have been built around a recovery phrase by default, entrenching a market expectation in which seed phrases are the go-to recovery method, even as some vendors add alternatives.—
Wyles Daniel,
USA Today,
6 Nov. 2025
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Many existing models still rely on empirical methods developed several decades ago.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
7 Nov. 2025
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The aforementioned methods account for around half of all participants.—
Lev Akabas,
Sportico.com,
7 Nov. 2025
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These storms can cause intermittent satellite navigation issues and high-frequency radio disruptions, as well as voltage corrections in power systems, particularly at high latitudes.—
Daisy Dobrijevic,
Space.com,
6 Nov. 2025
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These risks have prompted the United States, China, and other spacefaring nations to develop advanced systems for tracking, avoiding, and potentially removing orbital debris.—
Micah McCartney,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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Either can cause buildup in both machines and on clothes.—
Patricia Shannon,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Nov. 2025
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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
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Work continues on the White House ballroom project as historic preservation advocates press for proper review procedures.—
Adeola Adeosun,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Nov. 2025
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Whereas other major companies are making business very complicated, BBC proves that by direct communication lines and clear procedures, business can be easier, leaving as much energy as possible for new goals.—
Jennie Bell,
Footwear News,
10 Nov. 2025
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New data science tools are rapidly improving the speed and accuracy of detecting slight changes.—
Matthew W. Kreuter,
CNN Money,
8 Nov. 2025
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Despite over a century of investigation, there is still no cure, but advances in diagnostic tools, treatments and preventive strategies continue to offer hope for slowing the disease and improving quality of life for patients and caregivers.—
The San Diego Union Tribune,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 Nov. 2025
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Over time, chemical applications reduce the biodiversity of the outdoor environment, as well as disrupting natural processes that keep pests in check.—
Malana VanTyler,
USA Today,
6 Nov. 2025
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Programs like this make this possible by letting patients apply for flexible payment plans without high interest rates or lengthy approval processes.—
Sixteen Ramos,
AZCentral.com,
6 Nov. 2025
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“Mechanisms.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mechanisms. Accessed 15 Nov. 2025.
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