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
Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 16 May 2026
Designed to replace humans in highly repetitive, physical manual work like materials handling in advanced fulfillment centers with hazardous and mind-numbing tasks, Digit is on the frontlines of what Agility Robotics co-founder and chief robot officer Jonathan Hurst calls a robot revolution.
—Martine Paris, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026
Robb Rice, Robb Report, 10 May 2026
The watch is suitable both for the beginner trying to understand the foundation of manual camera settings and the professional wanting to pare down the bulk of excessive camera gear.
—Shirl Leigh
may 09, New Atlas, 9 May 2026
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Noun
Check the manual for your device before using anything that contains alcohol, vinegar, or any ingredient besides water.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 16 May 2026
Designed to replace humans in highly repetitive, physical manual work like materials handling in advanced fulfillment centers with hazardous and mind-numbing tasks, Digit is on the frontlines of what Agility Robotics co-founder and chief robot officer Jonathan Hurst calls a robot revolution.
—Martine Paris, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026
Adjective
Gone are the manual clamps or twist locks.
—Robb Rice, Robb Report, 10 May 2026
The watch is suitable both for the beginner trying to understand the foundation of manual camera settings and the professional wanting to pare down the bulk of excessive camera gear.
—Shirl Leigh
may 09, New Atlas, 9 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for manual
Noun
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Despite allegations of differential treatment, Tolcher said punishments were issued according to the discipline policies and procedures in the school’s parent and student handbook.—
Rebecca Noel,
Charlotte Observer,
12 May 2026
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According to a handbook from the Texas Attorney General's Office, a capital conviction is typically appealed to both the state court and federal court.—
Matthew Ablon,
CBS News,
12 May 2026
Adjective
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There’s Greek coffee, creamy yogurt, homemade seedy granola, fresh orange juice, and eggs scrambled with tomato or fried with Greek sausage.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
14 May 2026
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That’s why more households are turning to homemade laundry detergent.—
Ryan Brennan
May 13,
Kansas City Star,
13 May 2026
Noun
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Every room comes with a dedicated personal concierge reachable by text.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 May 2026
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Do not turn one unclear text into a full investigation.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
15 May 2026
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“Manual.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/manual. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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