as in mechanical
of or relating to manufacture performed by humans or machines rather than natural processes
They utilize industrial practices to produce large quantities of material. The late 1700s gave rise to an industrial boom.
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Recent Examples of industrial
The humanoid robot initiative forms part of BMW’s broader Physical AI strategy, which combines AI with physical robotic systems to expand automation beyond conventional industrial robots.
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Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
26 June 2026
After burning for more than a week, the industrial fire in Boyle Heights was finally extinguished Wednesday evening.
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Carlos De Loera,
Los Angeles Times,
26 June 2026
Honeywell Technologies will be focused on building, industrial and process automation.
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Jeff Marks,
CNBC,
26 June 2026
Vietnam’s industrial expansion is boosting electricity demand at the same time as geopolitical disruption is making global energy markets more volatile.
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Brian McFeeters,
Fortune,
14 June 2026
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Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
26 June 2026
After burning for more than a week, the industrial fire in Boyle Heights was finally extinguished Wednesday evening.
—
Carlos De Loera,
Los Angeles Times,
26 June 2026
Honeywell Technologies will be focused on building, industrial and process automation.
—
Jeff Marks,
CNBC,
26 June 2026
Vietnam’s industrial expansion is boosting electricity demand at the same time as geopolitical disruption is making global energy markets more volatile.
—
Brian McFeeters,
Fortune,
14 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for industrial
Recent Examples of Synonyms for industrial
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Driving through deep water can also negatively affect a vehicle's mechanical and electrical systems.
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Shawn was a fireman in the Navy, maintaining the engineering and mechanical systems aboard ship, during his first stint.
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Its role is to expose wrongdoing, illuminate facts, and draw the world’s attention to crimes committed in the name of false causes and manufactured justifications.
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Through this, researchers are mimicking natural structures, such as bird nests and bone minerals, to create ultra-strong manufactured materials.
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“Industrial.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/industrial. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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