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as in repairman
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as in operator
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as in mechanical
done instantly and without conscious thought or decision
the snapping of the handcuffs was followed by a mechanic reading of the suspect's rights
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Recent Examples of mechanic
John Mac Ghlionn, Newsweek, 13 Jan. 2025
The United Mountain Workers, a union that first organized in 2003, now represents some 1,100 ski and bike patrollers, lift mechanics, and other resort staff from ski areas, including Park City, Big Sky, Loveland, Stevens Pass, and Steamboat.
—Megan Michelson, Outside Online, 7 Jan. 2025
Jason Green, The Mercury News, 8 Mar. 2024
After watching a mechanic tighten bolts with a power wrench, Lazo applied the same wrench technique to billiard table bolts.
—Richard J. Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Feb. 2024
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Noun
The billionaire appeared unfamiliar with the game's core mechanics, such as mana and looting, and described his items as mediocre compared to his character's level, despite the items in question being considered among the best in the game.
—John Mac Ghlionn, Newsweek, 13 Jan. 2025
The United Mountain Workers, a union that first organized in 2003, now represents some 1,100 ski and bike patrollers, lift mechanics, and other resort staff from ski areas, including Park City, Big Sky, Loveland, Stevens Pass, and Steamboat.
—Megan Michelson, Outside Online, 7 Jan. 2025
Adjective
In addition to the truck, the suspects allegedly took the victim’s cash, electric mountain bike and mechanic tools.
—Jason Green, The Mercury News, 8 Mar. 2024
After watching a mechanic tighten bolts with a power wrench, Lazo applied the same wrench technique to billiard table bolts.
—Richard J. Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Feb. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mechanic
Noun
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Several days later, the WinCo manager noticed a foul smell and called repairmen, who started removing bricks from a column outside the store and discovered a decomposing body.—
Keri Blakinger,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Jan. 2025
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Grunsfeld, a former astronaut who was the principal repairman on three of NASA’s previous Hubble-servicing missions, was part of the group who reviewed Isaacman’s proposal.—
Ross Andersen,
The Atlantic,
5 Dec. 2024
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An investigation is underway to find the operator of a private drone that collided with a firefighting aircraft battling the blazes in Los Angeles on Thursday, the FBI said.—
Emily Mae Czachor,
CBS News,
12 Jan. 2025
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As part of the investigation, South Korean police raided Jeju Air's office in Seoul and the operator of Muan International Airport, according to Reuters.—
Daniel R. Depetris,
Newsweek,
11 Jan. 2025
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Will a mechanical dispenser be any more precise than standard teaspoons?—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
11 Jan. 2025
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There is something about mechanical complexity, even for its own sake, that just makes some collectors swoon, and just about no complications is as superfluous today as the tourbillon.—
Blake Buettner,
Robb Report,
10 Jan. 2025
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In the process of aborting the plan because of operational difficulties, a U.S. helicopter crashed into a transport plane at the desert staging area, killing eight servicemen.—
Marty Steinberg,
CNBC,
29 Dec. 2024
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After the mission was aborted, a helicopter collided with a transport aircraft, killing eight servicemen.—
Jonathan Alter,
TIME,
29 Dec. 2024
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Mike Vrabel Most recent post: Served as a consultant for the Cleveland Browns this season.—
Dan Wiederer,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Jan. 2025
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However, independent educational consultants like Eva Ostrum caution against overreliance on AI in crafting personal statements.—
Sarah Hernholm,
Forbes,
18 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Ensure it is turned on in the Play Store settings for automatic protection.—
Alex Vakulov,
Forbes,
13 Jan. 2025
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The software utilizes a person’s Expected Movement Record and other data sources—such as visa data, profiles, in-country events, and API/PNR data—to issue automatic risk assessment scores for each traveler.—
Caitlin Chandler,
WIRED,
13 Jan. 2025
Noun
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The medical examiner’s office will first use dental records to make an identification, although that requires doctors to have some idea of who the person is, Ukpo said.—
Matthew Ormseth,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Jan. 2025
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My doctor, however, didn't understate the situation.—
Eldiara Doucette,
People.com,
9 Jan. 2025
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The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power By Keith Phipps Photo: Ben Rothstein / Prime Video Season 2, Episode 8: Inside Celebrimbor’s workshop, Sauron has decided to use the smith for target practice.—
Vulture Editors,
Vulture,
18 Dec. 2024
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The discovery of the precious ore mithril gave the elves another option championed by Elrond (Robert Aramayo), Galadriel (Morfydd Clark), and the elven smith Celebrimbor (Charles Edwards).—
Jennifer Ouellette,
Ars Technica,
14 Aug. 2024
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“Mechanic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mechanic. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.
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