contraption

Example Sentences

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The machine that X-rayed her breast was more comfortable than the cold hard contraption she remembered.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 3, 2026

Fischbach’s faux submarine was mounted on a hydraulic contraption that could shake the set with the actor-director inside.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 2, 2026

Step closer and you hear the contraption appearing to breathe, a tinkling sound like wind chimes emanating from the cooling mechanism that keeps its innards colder than outer space.

From Barron's • Dec. 10, 2025

Going all out, I once tried to go to a fancy-dress party as a Swan Vesta matchbox, wearing an elaborate cardboard contraption painted with a lot of time and effort.

From Slate • Jul. 21, 2025

Since Doc Kelly had finally cut me loose from that contraption, I could start moving around a bit, building up the strength in my leg.

From "Worth" by A. LaFaye