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Recent Examples of semiautomatic
Michael Collins, USA Today, 15 Dec. 2025
An Australian man, who had amassed a cache of semiautomatic weapons legally, shot dead 51 Muslim worshipers during Friday prayers.
—Charlottegraham-McLay The Associated Press, Arkansas Online, 26 Nov. 2025
Michael Ruiz , Greg Norman, FOXNews.com, 15 Dec. 2025
For those who prefer the hands-on experience of making their own espresso, a semiautomatic keeps you in control.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 18 Aug. 2025
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That incident led the Australian government to impose an almost total ban on all automatic and semiautomatic weapons.
—Michael Collins, USA Today, 15 Dec. 2025
An Australian man, who had amassed a cache of semiautomatic weapons legally, shot dead 51 Muslim worshipers during Friday prayers.
—Charlottegraham-McLay The Associated Press, Arkansas Online, 26 Nov. 2025
Noun
Dressed for the occasion — and very comfortable with a semiautomatic.
—Michael Ruiz , Greg Norman, FOXNews.com, 15 Dec. 2025
For those who prefer the hands-on experience of making their own espresso, a semiautomatic keeps you in control.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 18 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for semiautomatic
Adjective
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Use platforms like Dell NativeEdge for consistent, automated operations.—
Chhandomay Mandal,
Forbes.com,
23 Jan. 2026
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Because automated is just repetition, repetition, repetition, and this is challenging.—
Ariane Lange,
Sacbee.com,
19 Jan. 2026
Noun
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After the homeowner arrived to check on the scene, deputies learned an AK-style rifle and a pistol had been stolen.—
Paula Wethington,
CBS News,
20 Jan. 2026
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Dan Nichols then fired his pistol, striking Swenson in the chest and puncturing her lung, the outlets reported.—
Christina Coulter,
PEOPLE,
17 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Membership is automatic for first-time guests who book a stay at rates running $3,000 to $5,000 a night for up to 10 people.—
David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
11 Jan. 2026
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In 2024, some 45% of participants boosted 401(k) deferrals — on their own or as part of their plan’s automatic increases — according to Vanguard’s 2025 How America Saves report, which is based on more than 1,400 plans and nearly 5 million participants.—
Kate Dore, CFP®, EA,
CNBC,
11 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Prosecutors said Thompson then moved through the neighborhood armed with a shotgun and a handgun, killing Connors and then Torres.—
Greg Wehner,
FOXNews.com,
22 Jan. 2026
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He was found with a handgun in his possession.—
Adam Thompson,
CBS News,
22 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Her posts often show aspects of her personal life, including buying luxury vehicles, and her participation in local events, like the Saladazo, a motorized route through rural roads and natural areas south of Culiacán.—
Rocío Muñoz-Ledo,
CNN Money,
23 Jan. 2026
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The All-Western Parade, the oldest non-motorized rodeo parade in the United States, treated spectators to the sight of 3,000 horses, nearly 150 entries, more than 70 riding clubs and numerous marching bands.—
Amanda McCoy,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
18 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The camera recorded him finding the benefit card in a shoebox in the living room and placing it next to the revolver once the safe was opened in a back bedroom, prosecutors said.—
Thomas Tracy,
New York Daily News,
21 Jan. 2026
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Muller’s firearm, black Ruger SP 101 revolver, was loaded with five rounds and was functional, according to investigators.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
16 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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In two waves conducted in 2022 and, again, in 2025, the researchers used various archaeological and computerized imaging techniques to resurface the lost messages.—
Emily Mae Czachor,
CBS News,
20 Jan. 2026
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The visa is given out through a computerized lottery process, but to participate, applicants have to meet eligibility criteria and pass security screening.—
Jay Marques,
NBC news,
20 Dec. 2025
Noun
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Plaintiffs claim agents boxed in a civilian’s car and pointed a rifle inside during enforcement operations.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
27 Jan. 2026
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Conservatives defended Kyle Rittenhouse as a hero for bringing a rifle to a chaotic protest in Wisconsin during the summer of 2020, as well as armed bands of protesters who marched into state capitol buildings during the COVID lockdowns.—
Jonathan Chait,
The Atlantic,
25 Jan. 2026
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“Semiautomatic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/semiautomatic. Accessed 27 Jan. 2026.
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