as in handbook
a book used for instruction in a subject
an owner's manual comes with the camera
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Recent Examples of manual
Astha Rajvanshi, NBC News, 20 Mar. 2025
The toughest part involved fishing some stiff, thick wire through a space between the coolant tank and a metal bracket (which the manual warned about).
—Ars Technica, 17 Mar. 2025
Dimitar Dimitrov, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
And by integrating real-time market data and predictive analytics, technology consultants can enable automated risk assessment models that reduce manual interventions and ensure regulatory compliance without excessive capital strain.
—Dimitar Dimitrov, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
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Noun
Divided into three sections, the manual will include a list of emergency contacts for the police, fire service and ambulance, as well as which radio channels to tune in to for more information.
—Astha Rajvanshi, NBC News, 20 Mar. 2025
The toughest part involved fishing some stiff, thick wire through a space between the coolant tank and a metal bracket (which the manual warned about).
—Ars Technica, 17 Mar. 2025
Adjective
Additionally, rather than relying on manual recalibrations, technology consultants can help banks integrate advanced risk modeling tools to ensure compliance and proactive capital management.
—Dimitar Dimitrov, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
And by integrating real-time market data and predictive analytics, technology consultants can enable automated risk assessment models that reduce manual interventions and ensure regulatory compliance without excessive capital strain.
—Dimitar Dimitrov, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
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Noun
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Rules are listed in the school’s parent handbook.—
Judy L. Thomas,
Kansas City Star,
21 Mar. 2025
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The pilot handbook also indicates an air speed of 95 knots must be maintained to fly in icing conditions if de-icing equipment is fully functional.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
20 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Police allege Balmer broke into the southern wing of the residence, entering a room often used to entertain crowds and display art, and set a fire using a homemade incendiary device.—
Marc Levy,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Apr. 2025
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A bit sweet from sugar, a bit acidic from vinegar, a bit spicy from hot sauce, and rounded out with neutral oil, this homemade vinaigrette recipe is the perfect all-purpose salad dressing.—
Mary Shannon Wells,
Southern Living,
14 Apr. 2025
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Universities have reported some students being forced to leave immediately, in many cases after discovering their visas were cancelled in the federal Student Exchange and Visitor Information System, or via an unexpected text or email.—
Trevor Hughes,
USA Today,
8 Apr. 2025
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Additionally, Tudor Watches—the new Pelagos that goes to 1,000 meters with just that little detail of turquoise text on the dial is just amazing.—
Justin Fenner,
Robb Report,
8 Apr. 2025
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“Manual.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/manual. Accessed 20 Apr. 2025.
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