as in mechanization
the process of putting an apparatus, operation, or system under the control or regulation of mechanical or electronic devices
feared that automation would add millions to the ranks of the unemployed
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Recent Examples of automation
Along with skilled welders, modern manufacturing is complex with automation and machine learning tools, as well as artificial intelligence.
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Catherine Muccigrosso, Charlotte Observer, 13 Mar. 2025
Furthermore, Stellantis hints at potential upgrades that could enable operation at speeds of up to 59 mph and even off-road automation.
—Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, Fox News, 13 Mar. 2025
On the supply side of the equation, automation and more favorable zoning rules can help drive costs down and open up possibilities for hopeful homeowners.
—Emily Hamilton, Axios, 12 Mar. 2025
UiPath — The automation and artificial intelligence software stock fell roughly 15%.
—Pia Singh, CNBC, 12 Mar. 2025
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Catherine Muccigrosso, Charlotte Observer, 13 Mar. 2025
Furthermore, Stellantis hints at potential upgrades that could enable operation at speeds of up to 59 mph and even off-road automation.
—Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, Fox News, 13 Mar. 2025
On the supply side of the equation, automation and more favorable zoning rules can help drive costs down and open up possibilities for hopeful homeowners.
—Emily Hamilton, Axios, 12 Mar. 2025
UiPath — The automation and artificial intelligence software stock fell roughly 15%.
—Pia Singh, CNBC, 12 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for automation
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“Automation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/automation. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.
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