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machinery

[muh-shee-nuh-ree] / məˈʃi nə ri /


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The Indian scam, now common across the country, involves Hollywood-level production that mimics the machinery of the state, tricking people with fake police stations and courtrooms.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

“Our entire war machinery — missiles, radar, fighter jets — all need these heavy rare earths,” O’Connor said.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

On a tour of the facility, which is packed with expensive-looking machinery, Gassan explained the philosophy behind the clinic.

From Slate • Mar. 30, 2026

Keeping the kilns hot means plants operate around-the-clock -- and emergency shutdowns can damage machinery.

From Barron's • Mar. 29, 2026

Inside, Malcolm saw a new piece of large machinery, surrounded by coils of heavy wire flex.

From "The Book of Dust: La Belle Sauvage" by Philip Pullman