as in tool
an interesting and often novel device with a practical use
she tried out a new gadget for weeding the garden
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Recent Examples of gadget
Think tech gadgets, cozy essentials, fitness gear and unique picks for men who appreciate a bit of luxury.
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Bethany Braun-Silva, ABC News, 30 Oct. 2024
But the point of the gadget isn’t just to register finger forces.
—Zach Schonbrun, The Atlantic, 28 Oct. 2024
Straight out of the box, the gadget overhauls the landscaping and all but amputates Gromit’s paws.
—Peter Debruge, Variety, 27 Oct. 2024
That shouldn’t be a problem are those are the two standards for plugging into your laptop or a power charger to resupply your phone or other gadget.
—Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 23 Oct. 2024
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Bethany Braun-Silva, ABC News, 30 Oct. 2024
But the point of the gadget isn’t just to register finger forces.
—Zach Schonbrun, The Atlantic, 28 Oct. 2024
Straight out of the box, the gadget overhauls the landscaping and all but amputates Gromit’s paws.
—Peter Debruge, Variety, 27 Oct. 2024
That shouldn’t be a problem are those are the two standards for plugging into your laptop or a power charger to resupply your phone or other gadget.
—Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 23 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gadget
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More digital tools than ever before have come to market to address the ongoing loneliness epidemic.Allie Volpe, Vox, 14 Nov. 2024
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On the white marble counter of the open kitchen lie six or seven tools neatly arranged by size, including a power drill, a hammer, and a handsaw.Suzanne Seggerman, Curbed, 14 Nov. 2024
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Spencer Platt | Getty Images Former President Donald Trump’s universal tariff proposals could cause prices to skyrocket on clothing, toys, furniture, household appliances, footwear and travel goods, according to a new report from the National Retail Federation.Annie Nova,Rebecca Picciotto, CNBC, 5 Nov. 2024
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Nelson Mullins’ analysis also concluded the BPO’s styrofoam ban will also present challenges to local manufacturers and retailers who sell appliances and home goods packaged in styrofoam for protection.Patrick Gleason, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
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These strategies take knowledge, discipline, ingenuity and maybe a good fan – not medication or gizmos and gadgets, according to experts.Karen Weintraub, USA TODAY, 29 Jan. 2024
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The gizmo is changing sports — and one reason why the 23-year-old looks so much beyond his years on the gridiron.Cuneyt Dil, Axios, 18 Oct. 2024
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So the question becomes, how did the American founders, justifiably famous for their political wisdom, burden us with the strange contraption called the Electoral College?Joseph J. Ellis, The Mercury News, 31 Oct. 2024
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In an era of smartphones, fitness tracking watches and always-listening speakers, there’s no shortage of contraptions to wake us up via an assortment of sounds.Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 30 Oct. 2024
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User Experience From the home screen, swiping to the left or right brings you to various widgets for your activity, sleep, cardio load, week at a glance, today’s training suggestions, navigation, sunrise/sunset times, weather, and media controls.Brent Rose, Outside Online, 15 Sep. 2024
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Add interactive tools, widgets or calculators that might help the user directly.Adhip Ray, Forbes, 30 Oct. 2024
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The amendment would also allow the Medical Marijuana Treatment Centers and other licensed state entities to acquire, cultivate, process, manufacture, sell and distribute marijuana products and accessories.Greta Cross, USA TODAY, 5 Nov. 2024
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Related Stories The company said key categories in women’s, men’s and kidswear performed well as product offerings were broadened and deepened, while at the same time expanding the assortment in home and accessories.Vicki M. Young, Sourcing Journal, 5 Nov. 2024
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This phishing tactic is particularly effective due to its ability to evade detection mechanisms and exploit human trust.Lars Daniel, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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The French competition authority said that the two manufacturers colluded from 2012 to 2018 with distributors to fix prices for low-voltage electrical equipment through a special price agreement mechanism.Jason Ma, Fortune Europe, 4 Nov. 2024
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While employers are actively seeking professionals who can bring their AI expertise to enable greater ROI, streamline processes, and remain competitive, this is your opportunity to future-proof your career and be part of the innovation.Rachel Wells, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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The bill contains $14 billion in incentives for domestic circularity and innovation for fashion and textiles.Evan Clark, WWD, 5 Nov. 2024
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“Gadget.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gadget. Accessed 23 Nov. 2024.
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