engines

NOUN

device that drives a machine

Synonyms

STRONGEST

appliance diesel generator instrument motor power plant tool transformer turbine weapon

STRONG

agent apparatus barrel contrivance cylinder dynamo fan horses implement means mechanism piston pot powerhouse

WEAK

power train putt-putt rubber band what's under the hood

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engines

These search engines and chatbots could help you place a price on items you are trying to discard.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 8, 2026

China sees its cities as engines of growth, not merely cash cows for rural hinterlands.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 7, 2026

Owner-operator Deol uses battery-powered electric air conditioning systems installed on both his trucks so he can turn off the engines and avoid idling.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 7, 2026

With global demand for electric vehicles slowing, Leiters said Porsche would continue to invest in internal combustion engines and plug-in hybrids.

From Barron's ● Oct. 7, 2026

Ella's heart lifted with excitement as they landed and the stellacity engines turned off.

From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton