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as in gadget
an interesting and often novel device with a practical use
since the invention of the cork, all manner of appliances have been invented for the extraction of these sometimes troublesome stoppers
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as in accessory
something that is not necessary in itself but adds to the convenience or performance of the main piece of equipment
an appliance that allows the machine to be used as a sander
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Recent Examples of appliance
Some of that was taken up by Google, which is investing $1 billion to establish cloud and data center infrastructure, and by Chinese appliance maker Haier, for a 10-billion-baht factory to make air conditioners.
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Gloria Haraito, Forbes.com, 16 Apr. 2025
Investing in a centralized smart hub that connects all your home systems and appliances is the epitome of luxury.
4 Smart Garage Upgrades That Add Value to Your Home
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—Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Apr. 2025
Fires like these, with smoke made of car batteries, paints, insulation and appliances — and not trees and shrubs — are becoming increasingly common in California.
—Noah Haggerty, Los Angeles Times, 16 Apr. 2025
Features include 3 ½ bathrooms, two outdoor terraces, an open floor plan with views in every direction but west, a kitchen with high-end appliances and a dining peninsula, and a primary bedroom suite with custom walk-in closets.
—Bob Goldsborough, Chicago Tribune, 15 Apr. 2025
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Gloria Haraito, Forbes.com, 16 Apr. 2025
Investing in a centralized smart hub that connects all your home systems and appliances is the epitome of luxury.
4 Smart Garage Upgrades That Add Value to Your Home
9.
—Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Apr. 2025
Fires like these, with smoke made of car batteries, paints, insulation and appliances — and not trees and shrubs — are becoming increasingly common in California.
—Noah Haggerty, Los Angeles Times, 16 Apr. 2025
Features include 3 ½ bathrooms, two outdoor terraces, an open floor plan with views in every direction but west, a kitchen with high-end appliances and a dining peninsula, and a primary bedroom suite with custom walk-in closets.
—Bob Goldsborough, Chicago Tribune, 15 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for appliance
Noun
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President Donald Trump’s tariffs on foreign goods – specifically those sourced from China – are expected to heighten the prices of everyday tech products, from iPhones to laptops, cars and even smaller gadgets like headphones and computer mice.—
Lisa Eadicicco,
CNN Money,
10 Apr. 2025
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Other pricey items included designer clothes and tech gadgets.—
Zach Wichter,
USA Today,
9 Apr. 2025
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Spanning over two levels, the ground floor sets the tone with a gallery-like space, where ready-to-wear and accessories are presented against industrial-chic interiors punctuated by fluted plexiglass paneling.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
10 Apr. 2025
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Clearly the Magic Bay concepts are explorations for Lenovo around how displays can work as accessories.—
Anshel Sag,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Trusted resale sites like StubHub, SeatGeek, and Vivid Seats usually have plenty of options (and with surprisingly affordable prices).—
Katie Decker-Jacoby,
StyleCaster,
9 Apr. 2025
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Your piercer will give you a quick consultation to discuss options, possible concerns, and the best jewelry to suit your navel, then direct you to get comfortable on the piercing table.—
Marianne Mychaskiw,
Allure,
9 Apr. 2025
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“Appliance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appliance. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.
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