machines 1 of 2

plural of machine

machines

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of machine

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of machines
Noun
While these machines don't push the envelope in any real way, they're designed to deliver dependable productivity for a long period of time. — K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 8 Oct. 2026 Many of the processes in a factory are pencil-and-paper, even if some of the machines are very advanced and digital. — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 8 Oct. 2026 What happens when an ancient and meaningful practice, often rooted in sacred texts, is affected by interaction with machines? — Shay Rabineau, The Conversation, 8 Oct. 2026 Sincere Lanier, 22, is one of several offenders who allegedly stole from machines at Stella’s Place March 24 and Avenue Flower Shop and Wine Bar March 29, Oak Lawn police say. — Olivia Stevens, Chicago Tribune, 8 Oct. 2026 Through faster speeds, a thinner profile, and lower operational temperatures, the joint Sino-British team has paved the way for a world where machines can easily recharge themselves in the background. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 7 Oct. 2026 Businesses have been advised to remove their machines before the deadline, and police set up a website for business owners to ask questions. — Joe Brandt, CBS News, 7 Oct. 2026 Illumina's price target was raised to $200 from $160 at Barclays, though analysts kept a sell rating on the maker of gene-sequencing machines. — Jim Cramer, CNBC, 7 Oct. 2026 Acro Suites features a stunning reformer Pilates studio with local stone walls, light wood machines, and views of Crete’s Mononaftis Bay. — Lindsay Cohn, Vogue, 7 Oct. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for machines
Noun
  • But hybrids, which use a combination of gas engines and electric motors, are much more affordable.
    — Chris Isidore, CNN Money, 2 Oct. 2026
  • Founders can be powerful engines of early growth, but investors need evidence that a brand can live beyond one personality.
    — Rhea Cartwright, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • The clocks in your computer, your phone and your newer cars change automatically.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 3 Oct. 2026
  • Broadly, the idea is that consumers and small shops should have access to the tools, parts and information needed to repair their own electronic devices, farm equipment and cars, among other things.
    — Robert Ferris, CNBC, 3 Oct. 2026
Verb
  • This lessens the chance of fungal diseases and betters airflow and light exposure to all parts of the plant.
    — Melissa Epifano, The Spruce, 18 July 2026
  • If the Sharks make the playoffs next season and Celebrini betters his 115-point total from this season, wouldn’t his next deal become that much more expensive?
    — Curtis Pashelka, Mercury News, 30 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Russia has increasingly hit civilian targets, but the Thursday strike, which ripped through two buses, was reminiscent of larger strikes earlier in the war.
    — Francesca Ebel, Washington Post, 8 Oct. 2026
  • Shuttle buses have been requested to from California/Lake and Ashland/Lake in both directions.
    — Sara Tenenbaum, CBS News, 8 Oct. 2026
Verb
  • Their expertise helps prevent costly complications and improves the efficiency of our health-care system.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 5 Oct. 2026
  • Shares of Jersey Mike’s have fallen nearly 28% since its initial public offering in July, while Dunkin’ owner Inspire Brands is reportedly unlikely to go public this year unless the sector’s performance improves.
    — Amelia Lucas, CNBC, 4 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • Amazon founder Jeff Bezos’s latest startup Prometheus is using AI to assist engineers in the design and manufacturing of a range of devices—from computers to automobiles to jet engines.
    — Sam Forsdick, Fortune, 5 Oct. 2026
  • Of course, there are many people with physical limitations and there are many situations where only automobiles make sense.
    — Doug Turnbull, AJC.com, 4 Oct. 2026
Verb
  • Still, stakeholders are unsure what effects a veto override will have.
    — Laura Horne, Charlotte Observer, 17 Aug. 2026
  • Here, The Athletic outlines United’s debt picture and what effects this latest refinancing may have.
    — Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 13 June 2026
Noun
  • Designed for ranch work and rugged driving, the Terra pickup features green paint, 37-inch tires on 18-inch wheels, heavy-duty side steps, a front bull bar, a roof basket with lights, and expanded cargo-bed storage.
    — Chase Jordan October 3, Charlotte Observer, 3 Oct. 2026
  • Link launched on July 3 but quickly ran into electronic problems that took out two of the three reaction wheels needed to turn the spacecraft.
    — Marcia Dunn, Los Angeles Times, 27 Sep. 2026

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“Machines.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/machines. Accessed 9 Oct. 2026.

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