as in production
something produced by physical or intellectual effort
proud of his handiwork, he was certain that the birdhouse would win first place in its category
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Recent Examples of handiwork
The mural on More Than Words’ Boston location is the handiwork of one past participant.
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Melanie Stetson Freeman, Christian Science Monitor, 2 June 2025
Now, every year, roughly 150 artists are selected from more than 700 applicants around the globe to come to Santa Fe and sell their handiwork.
—Chadd Scott, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
Fever fans took to social media to enjoy their handiwork.
—Michael Gallagher, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 June 2025
Which is to say, the recipes and ingredients are each assembled with care, by cooks who put their name on their handiwork.
—Matthew Korfhage, Wired News, 28 May 2025
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Melanie Stetson Freeman, Christian Science Monitor, 2 June 2025
Now, every year, roughly 150 artists are selected from more than 700 applicants around the globe to come to Santa Fe and sell their handiwork.
—Chadd Scott, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
Fever fans took to social media to enjoy their handiwork.
—Michael Gallagher, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 June 2025
Which is to say, the recipes and ingredients are each assembled with care, by cooks who put their name on their handiwork.
—Matthew Korfhage, Wired News, 28 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for handiwork
Recent Examples of Synonyms for handiwork
Noun
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This syngas has a wide range of potential applications, including the production of hydrogen fuel.—
David Blekhman,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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Swag, which is a mix of R&B, pop and experimental production that showcases Justin's vocal style, has been described by some as his most personal record yet.—
Kimberlee Speakman,
People.com,
15 July 2025
Noun
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Vogue may earn a portion of sales from products that are purchased through our site as part of our Affiliate Partnerships with retailers.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
15 July 2025
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New York selected the Ohio State product with the No. 10 overall selection of the 2022 NFL Draft.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
15 July 2025
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The property’s club floor rooms come with access to a private lounge that has an ever-changing buffet, a rotating selection of drinks, sitting areas, work stations, and changing rooms for those coming off or beginning a long travel day.—
Paul Brady,
Travel + Leisure,
19 July 2025
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This trend also has major implications for housing markets, urban planning, and the future of remote and hybrid work.—
Martha McHardy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 July 2025
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One basis point is equal to 0.01%, and yields and prices move in opposite directions.—
Sean Conlon,Jenni Reid,
CNBC,
23 July 2025
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When combined, the dividend and share repurchase yield could reach 9.0%.—
David Trainer,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
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“Handiwork.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/handiwork. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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