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as in engines
a device that changes energy into mechanical motion
the device was equipped with a small electrical motor to make the gears spin
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as in cars
a self-propelled passenger vehicle on four wheels
went shopping for a new automobile at Valley Motors
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as in speeds
to proceed or move quickly
effortlessly motored past the other runners for a first-place finish
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Recent Examples of motors
New Atlas, 10 Oct. 2025
The Elettrica will feature an all-wheel-drive configuration, thanks to not just two but four electric motors, one for each wheel, creating a far more advanced power delivery system than any Ferrari before.
—Tim Stevens, Robb Report, 9 Oct. 2025
In such a system, hydrogen fuel cells would generate electricity, which in turn would power the superconducting motors to drive the aircraft’s propulsors.
—Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 9 Oct. 2025
These rare earth magnets are used in hard drives and EV motors.
—IEEE Spectrum, 9 Oct. 2025
The loud sound, large power numbers and versatility have helped keep the big motors around for more than a century.
—Keenan Thompson, Freep.com, 9 Oct. 2025
Rather than going all-in on all-electric cars, automakers are focusing on hybrid-vehicles that have both electric motors and internal combustion engines (ICE).
—Chris Isidore, CNN Money, 6 Oct. 2025
Rivian's truck utilizes a staggering four electric motors to produce its power output, even for its large size.
—Charles Singh, Nashville Tennessean, 3 Oct. 2025
Efficient, high-torque electric motors can be repurposed for precise navigation and dexterity for military strikes.
—Rebecca A. Fannin, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Oct. 2025
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With independent motors, you'll be treated to four-wheel steering for precise handling, and torque vectoring on each axle to switch up the way the car drives.
—New Atlas, 10 Oct. 2025
The Elettrica will feature an all-wheel-drive configuration, thanks to not just two but four electric motors, one for each wheel, creating a far more advanced power delivery system than any Ferrari before.
—Tim Stevens, Robb Report, 9 Oct. 2025
In such a system, hydrogen fuel cells would generate electricity, which in turn would power the superconducting motors to drive the aircraft’s propulsors.
—Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 9 Oct. 2025
These rare earth magnets are used in hard drives and EV motors.
—IEEE Spectrum, 9 Oct. 2025
The loud sound, large power numbers and versatility have helped keep the big motors around for more than a century.
—Keenan Thompson, Freep.com, 9 Oct. 2025
Rather than going all-in on all-electric cars, automakers are focusing on hybrid-vehicles that have both electric motors and internal combustion engines (ICE).
—Chris Isidore, CNN Money, 6 Oct. 2025
Rivian's truck utilizes a staggering four electric motors to produce its power output, even for its large size.
—Charles Singh, Nashville Tennessean, 3 Oct. 2025
Efficient, high-torque electric motors can be repurposed for precise navigation and dexterity for military strikes.
—Rebecca A. Fannin, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for motors
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The show features displays of vintage tractors and engines along with tractor rides, wagon rides, exhibitors, food, live music and a daily parade.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Oct. 2025
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The booster successfully came back down to Earth and splashed down in the Gulf as planned and all six of Starship's engines powered it into successful orbital insertion.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
9 Oct. 2025
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In return, the US has reduced tariffs on Japanese goods, including cars, to a baseline of 15%.—
Hanako Montgomery,
CNN Money,
11 Oct. 2025
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By that time, as described by witnesses and authorities, more than a dozen bystanders had exited their cars on foot toward the helicopter.—
Jake Goodrick,
Sacbee.com,
11 Oct. 2025
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Hot reload speeds up testing cycles, and the IDE itself can handle very large projects thanks to its 64-bit architecture.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
6 Oct. 2025
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Samson Sky Switchblade The Samson Sky Switchblade is a flying sports car with a three-wheel chassis road that speeds over 201 km/hr (125 mph).—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
3 Oct. 2025
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The Financial Times also reported that both the International Monetary Fund and the Bank of England have warned that global stock markets could face a sudden correction as the artificial intelligence boom drives valuations to levels reminiscent of the dotcom bubble.—
Sharon Goldman,
Fortune,
9 Oct. 2025
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Daniel Baxter, chief of operations for the elections department, said 99,000 Detroiters already received absentee ballots, adding that early voting also drives numbers beyond in-person voting at precincts.—
Dana Afana,
Freep.com,
9 Oct. 2025
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One hundred years ago, IBM got its start in Spain setting up tabulating machines for the country’s national telephone and telegraph company—peak technology at the time that was key in connecting people and enterprises.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
12 Oct. 2025
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These devices promise to revolutionize computing by solving problems far beyond the reach of classical machines.—
Shane Croucher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Oct. 2025
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Add PCMag as a preferred source on Google As SpaceX races to dominate satellite-to-phone services, Verizon is doubling down on rival AST SpaceMobile instead.—
Senior Reporter,
PC Magazine,
8 Oct. 2025
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Shipments began Saturday to five states as the government races to prevent more deaths.—
Jasmine Baehr,
FOXNews.com,
5 Oct. 2025
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According to the Times of India, both sides are seeking to narrow trade gaps, with the EU looking for lower tariffs on automobiles, medical devices, wine and spirits and agricultural goods.—
Kate Nishimura,
Sourcing Journal,
14 Oct. 2025
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China controls about 70% of the global supply of rare earths minerals, which are critical for high-tech industries, including automobiles, defense and semiconductors.—
Tasmin Lockwood,Chloe Taylor,Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
14 Oct. 2025
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The film, which is a sequel to the classic 1990 Christmas movie, follows the young and spirited Kevin McCallister (Macaulay Culkin), who mistakenly gets on a plane headed for New York City while the rest of the family flies to Florida.—
Lauren Huff,
Entertainment Weekly,
15 Oct. 2025
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That said, both Painter and Brown said the airport video likely flies in the face of appropriations law.—
Brendan Rascius,
Miami Herald,
14 Oct. 2025
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“Motors.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/motors. Accessed 15 Oct. 2025.
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