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someone or something that makes something (such as a manufactured product)
Auto makers will have to ensure that their vehicles meet the new emissions standards.
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Recent Examples of makers
Nvidia looks like the biggest winner, but other companies have made their bones as chip makers, too.
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John Werner, Forbes.com, 12 Sep. 2025
Apparel makers and sellers, meanwhile, aren't saying anything.
—Kevin Williams, CNBC, 12 Sep. 2025
Sometimes perfume makers apparently overstep on their own.
—Keenan Thompson, USA Today, 12 Sep. 2025
Japan and South Korea continue long-running work on humanoids for service and elder-care roles, while established industrial robot makers have explored human-assist systems for years.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 10 Sep. 2025
There’s some idle speculation in the films about where the Xenomorphs sit on the evolutionary ladder, and nearly every Alien story at some point deals with the question of whether synthetic creations care about their makers.
—Noel Murray, Vulture, 10 Sep. 2025
Kennedy has said the program disadvantages claimants because the Department of Health and Human Services is the defendant, as opposed to vaccine makers.
—Tiger Joyce, Boston Herald, 10 Sep. 2025
From flannel and poplin pajamas to pull-on bottoms, soft tees and cozy cardigans and hoodies, makers are leaning into the natural benefits that cotton offers.
—Catherine Salfino, Sourcing Journal, 5 Sep. 2025
Tesla is facing growing competition from Chinese EV makers.
—Chris Isidore, CNN Money, 5 Sep. 2025
John Werner, Forbes.com, 12 Sep. 2025
Apparel makers and sellers, meanwhile, aren't saying anything.
—Kevin Williams, CNBC, 12 Sep. 2025
Sometimes perfume makers apparently overstep on their own.
—Keenan Thompson, USA Today, 12 Sep. 2025
Japan and South Korea continue long-running work on humanoids for service and elder-care roles, while established industrial robot makers have explored human-assist systems for years.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 10 Sep. 2025
There’s some idle speculation in the films about where the Xenomorphs sit on the evolutionary ladder, and nearly every Alien story at some point deals with the question of whether synthetic creations care about their makers.
—Noel Murray, Vulture, 10 Sep. 2025
Kennedy has said the program disadvantages claimants because the Department of Health and Human Services is the defendant, as opposed to vaccine makers.
—Tiger Joyce, Boston Herald, 10 Sep. 2025
From flannel and poplin pajamas to pull-on bottoms, soft tees and cozy cardigans and hoodies, makers are leaning into the natural benefits that cotton offers.
—Catherine Salfino, Sourcing Journal, 5 Sep. 2025
Tesla is facing growing competition from Chinese EV makers.
—Chris Isidore, CNN Money, 5 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for makers
Noun
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Recyclers and manufacturers could adopt this method to reduce chemical waste and operating costs, while protecting workers and the environment.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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Food manufacturers, retailers, and restaurants are actively seeking to reduce their reliance on international suppliers, but domestic alternatives aren't always available or comparable.—
Phil Lempert,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The green and cream result doesn’t drive anything like the 1956 Silver Cloud I it’s based on, but it’s filled with handmade customizations the original builders would surely be proud of.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
13 Sep. 2025
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Our main quibbles were with the fans—fan buzz and a lack of more fan filtration are two things to contend with—but experienced PC builders will find workarounds.—
Thomas Soderstrom,
PC Magazine,
13 Sep. 2025
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“Makers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/makers. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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