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as in gadgets
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 accessories
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 appliances
If time permits, disconnect utilities and appliances.
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Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Apr. 2026
Meanwhile, at home, small appliances might break down or a minor breakage could occur.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 5 Apr. 2026
Grab a compact smart plug to conveniently voice-control compatible home appliances and breathable bed sheets that hot sleepers swear by for a good night’s sleep.
—Isabel Garcia, PEOPLE, 4 Apr. 2026
Part of the reason general-purpose robots need so much training is because of extreme unpredictability in household environments, as furniture, appliances and humans move around constantly, said Rutav Shah, a robotics researcher at the University of Texas at Austin.
—Stephanie Yang, CNN Money, 4 Apr. 2026
For major appliances like washing machines, improvements in energy and water efficiency may eventually outweigh the benefits of keeping older models running.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 3 Apr. 2026
In response to the lull in demand, homebuilders are trying to woo buyers with cost-cutting incentives, such as amenity upgrades, reduced rates, contributions to closing costs and appliances as part of the package.
—Lily O'Neill, San Antonio Express-News, 2 Apr. 2026
The expansive kitchen offers ocean views with top-quality appliances and ample counter and cabinet space for the most demanding chef.
—Tracy Wright, FOXNews.com, 28 Mar. 2026
Among those purchases were appliances and equipment that authorities say ended up at her boyfriend’s restaurant, as well as a series of personal items that raised further questions.
—Milena Malaver, Miami Herald, 26 Mar. 2026
Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Apr. 2026
Meanwhile, at home, small appliances might break down or a minor breakage could occur.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 5 Apr. 2026
Grab a compact smart plug to conveniently voice-control compatible home appliances and breathable bed sheets that hot sleepers swear by for a good night’s sleep.
—Isabel Garcia, PEOPLE, 4 Apr. 2026
Part of the reason general-purpose robots need so much training is because of extreme unpredictability in household environments, as furniture, appliances and humans move around constantly, said Rutav Shah, a robotics researcher at the University of Texas at Austin.
—Stephanie Yang, CNN Money, 4 Apr. 2026
For major appliances like washing machines, improvements in energy and water efficiency may eventually outweigh the benefits of keeping older models running.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 3 Apr. 2026
In response to the lull in demand, homebuilders are trying to woo buyers with cost-cutting incentives, such as amenity upgrades, reduced rates, contributions to closing costs and appliances as part of the package.
—Lily O'Neill, San Antonio Express-News, 2 Apr. 2026
The expansive kitchen offers ocean views with top-quality appliances and ample counter and cabinet space for the most demanding chef.
—Tracy Wright, FOXNews.com, 28 Mar. 2026
Among those purchases were appliances and equipment that authorities say ended up at her boyfriend’s restaurant, as well as a series of personal items that raised further questions.
—Milena Malaver, Miami Herald, 26 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for appliances
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Top sellers of Amazon’s biggest clearance sale Amazon’s Big Spring Sale has been a massive success for online shoppers seeking deep discounts on everything from kitchen appliances and skincare products to DIY tools and tech gadgets.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
31 Mar. 2026
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Apple would go on to revolutionize the tech industry, creating innovative, intuitive and beautiful gadgets billions of people would buy again and again.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Store heavy coats, boots and cold-weather accessories out of sight.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Miami Herald,
31 Mar. 2026
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Like a quality watch, gold necklaces are timeless accessories — living outside of the trend cycle while appearing around the necks of society’s most fashionable year in and year out, no matter the season.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
31 Mar. 2026
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This article was created by content specialists using various tools, including AI.—
Hanna Wickes,
Charlotte Observer,
2 Apr. 2026
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New tools like mixed reality technologies and spatial computing might offer a way for the biennial form to mutate, in response to our own age, rather than die.—
Daniel Birnbaum,
Artforum,
2 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Are there family-friendly options?—
Adam Bell
April 2,
Charlotte Observer,
2 Apr. 2026
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Elders and their families do have options, lawyers emphasized.—
Carol Marbin Miller,
Miami Herald,
2 Apr. 2026
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“Appliances.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appliances. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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