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as in automated
designed to replace or decrease human labor and especially physical labor
the dishwasher is one of the greatest robotic devices ever invented
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as in automatic
done instantly and without conscious thought or decision
with a single robotic motion, she reached for a cigarette and a lighter the instant she sat down
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Recent Examples of robotic
Given the value of Mars samples, not just for science but also to bolster plans for future crewed missions to Mars, robotic return of bits and pieces of the planet is seen by many as mandatory.
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Leonard David, Space.com, 29 June 2025
When faced with challenging surfaces, such as rocks and plastic figures with rough textures and many curves, the silicone sucker on its robotic arm was able to conform to them and hold its grip for long periods of time with barely any leakage.
—ArsTechnica, 28 June 2025
From home-building micro-factories to wall-building excavators, robotic construction workers are coming on strong.
—New Atlas, 27 June 2025
The improvements to the 72-year-old hospital fulfill a need for more private rooms, a hybrid operating room for advanced imaging, and the modernized infrastructure needed to house robotic machinery used for surgeries.
—Cindy Krischer Goodman, Sun Sentinel, 26 June 2025
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Leonard David, Space.com, 29 June 2025
When faced with challenging surfaces, such as rocks and plastic figures with rough textures and many curves, the silicone sucker on its robotic arm was able to conform to them and hold its grip for long periods of time with barely any leakage.
—ArsTechnica, 28 June 2025
From home-building micro-factories to wall-building excavators, robotic construction workers are coming on strong.
—New Atlas, 27 June 2025
The improvements to the 72-year-old hospital fulfill a need for more private rooms, a hybrid operating room for advanced imaging, and the modernized infrastructure needed to house robotic machinery used for surgeries.
—Cindy Krischer Goodman, Sun Sentinel, 26 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for robotic
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What leaders call meaningful connection, users describe as impersonal or automated.—
Vibhas Ratanjee,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2025
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And computer algorithms and artificial intelligence, which assist in making automated trades, only add to the chaos of price changes.—
Skip York,
The Conversation,
27 June 2025
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Instead, their relationship is built on a secure emotional foundation that makes these behaviors natural and automatic over time.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
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Regardless of income, one factor that has helped boost savers’ balances is automatic enrollment.—
Kamaron McNair,
CNBC,
29 June 2025
Adjective
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Driving through deep water can also negatively affect a vehicle's mechanical and electrical systems.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
28 June 2025
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Repairs include mechanical/plumbing elements, as well as wood flooring in its historic gymnasium, and the initial phase of three was approved unanimously by trustees Friday.—
Ryan Anderson,
Arkansas Online,
27 June 2025
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Before becoming a cofounder, Hildreth worked in roles that many would dismiss as mundane: mechanic, logistics officer and government contractor.—
Cheryl Robinson,
Forbes.com,
9 June 2025
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Home in foreclosure, a mobile mechanic Online records show that his Canby Street home was in foreclosure last year and sold in September for $60,000.—
Nick Penzenstadler,
USA Today,
14 Apr. 2025
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Dating rocks involves using radiometric techniques that harness the natural and spontaneous radioactive decay of certain elements in the rock, which acts as a type of clock.—
Katie Hunt,
CNN Money,
27 June 2025
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If a dog park is too much, just walking your pup around your neighborhood or visiting local breweries or restaurants with dog-friendly patios can lead to spontaneous chats and recurring friendly encounters.—
Sunny Hubler,
Charlotte Observer,
25 June 2025
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Some bass-heavy speakers can create an annoying booming sound from the reflex port at the rear of the speaker.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
15 June 2025
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The Loewe Grand inicio is a powerful two-way speaker with a bass reflex system and is available as a floor-standing speaker.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2025
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“Robotic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/robotic. Accessed 11 Jul. 2025.
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