physical work

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Based in Palo Alto, Calif., Mind Robotics is building AI-powered robots that can perform physical work in Rivian automotive plants and other factories.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 11, 2026

On Wednesday, the full power of healthcare’s role burst into full view, and marked a clear shift in a labor market now geared toward the hard, often physical, work of caring for America’s aging population.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 12, 2026

"They thought I had such a good job before, and my educational background is quite competitive. They didn't understand why I chose a low-barrier job that requires me to do physical work for little money."

From BBC • Jan. 3, 2025

It led to some criticism,, external including from her BJK Cup captain Anne Keothavong, but served as a reminder of the physical work still to do.

From BBC • Dec. 9, 2024

He rolled up his sleeves, as if chess were hard, physical work.

From "Kira-Kira" by Cynthia Kadohata