machines 1 of 2

noun

Definition of machinesnext
plural of machine
1
as in engines
a device that changes energy into mechanical motion a machine that washes dishes for you

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2
as in busses
a self-propelled passenger vehicle on four wheels that Corvette is a machine that any guy would love to own

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machines

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verb

present tense third-person singular of machine
as in rounds (off or out)

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for machines
  1. engines
  2. cars
  3. improves
  4. refines
  5. enriches
  6. enhances
  7. performs
Noun
  • Automakers are shifting their production mix to hybrid vehicles, which rely mostly on fossil fuel engines but are equipped with small batteries to increase fuel efficiency.
    Russ Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
  • This solution could fit onto small city balconies and could power automotive engines.
    Tyler Shepherd, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of engines
Noun
  • The platform will initially focus on selling new cars, with South Korea’s Hyundai starting off as its launch partner.
    Trefis Team, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • In cars, alternators bear a heavy load when turning mechanical energy into electrical power.
    Tyler Shepherd, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of cars
Verb
  • The Value of Primary Care Primary care is the only medical discipline in which expanding physician supply improves life expectancy, health equity, and population health, according to a 2021 report from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine.
    Arthur L. Kellermann, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Furthermore, by increasing employee sentiment and utilization, vacancies and vacancy times are reduced, which ultimately improves the profitability of these spaces.
    Ryan Masiello, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of improves
Verb
  • Averaging these results refines position estimates, even when the camera is misaligned with the Attitude and Heading Reference System (AHRS).
    Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 4 Dec. 2024
  • Joaquin Phoenix refines his Oscar-winning turn as psychotic urban vigilante/revenge killer Arthur Fleck, this time revealing his insanity through pop songs.
    Armond White, National Review, 29 Nov. 2024
Definition of refines
Verb
  • While these works present diverse and sometimes contrasting viewpoints – which only enriches the ongoing dialogue around these critical issues – each contributes valuable insights to our understanding of sustainability and climate action.
    Anna Broughel, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
  • This approach not only preserves the integrity of non-English contributions but also enriches global academic dialogue.
    HEC Paris Insights, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
Definition of enriches
Verb
  • Experts in the Forbes Communications Council indicated that hiring talent who can connect with the audience enhances the likelihood of a campaign's success.
    Michael Benedek, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • This not only enhances the relevancy of the ad for the buyer but also is more likely to drive conversions, increasing revenue while lowering costs.
    Fatima Yusuf, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of enhances
Verb
  • Watch on Deadline The network typically performs very well toward the end of the year with both 25 Days of Christmas and 31 Nights of Halloween in October, which both include a lineup of fan-favorite films to draw audiences in.
    Katie Campione, Deadline, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Dylan shows up midway through the taping and performs a song with Moffette.
    Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of performs
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Thesaurus Entries Near machines

machinery

machines

machining

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