as in tool
an interesting and often novel device with a practical use
she tried out a new gadget for weeding the garden
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Recent Examples of gadget
Top brands like Apple, Bose, Dyson, and Samsung are all here, with savings of up to 70 percent on laptops, TVs, headphones, and more cool gadgets.
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The People Deals Team, People.com, 27 Mar. 2025
Best Amazon Kitchen Tools and Accessory Deals Cookware and appliance deals can steal the show during sales events, but there is no shortage of discounts on kitchen tools and gadgets in Amazon's Big Spring Sale.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 27 Mar. 2025
There are precious antiques and everyday relics, among them dishware, gadgets, and appliances of every era.
—Sam Cochran, Architectural Digest, 26 Mar. 2025
Now through Monday, March 24, the sitewide sale has savings on cookware, bakeware, and kitchen gadgets from popular brands such as KitchenAid, Staub, Lodge, and GreenPan — up to 78 percent off.
—Rachel Trujillo, People.com, 21 Mar. 2025
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The People Deals Team, People.com, 27 Mar. 2025
Best Amazon Kitchen Tools and Accessory Deals Cookware and appliance deals can steal the show during sales events, but there is no shortage of discounts on kitchen tools and gadgets in Amazon's Big Spring Sale.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 27 Mar. 2025
There are precious antiques and everyday relics, among them dishware, gadgets, and appliances of every era.
—Sam Cochran, Architectural Digest, 26 Mar. 2025
Now through Monday, March 24, the sitewide sale has savings on cookware, bakeware, and kitchen gadgets from popular brands such as KitchenAid, Staub, Lodge, and GreenPan — up to 78 percent off.
—Rachel Trujillo, People.com, 21 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gadget
Noun
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Such tools could save people time and energy in everyday tasks while aiding with fields like medical research.—
Clare Duffy,
CNN Money,
2 Apr. 2025
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Since Web3 operates across borders with remote, permissionless innovation, companies must prioritize hiring talent who thrive in decentralized environments and are proficient in blockchain-native tools.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
2 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The new tariffs affect not only steel, aluminum, and appliances but also critical construction items like gypsum and concrete.—
John W. Dean,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Apr. 2025
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If time permits, disconnect utilities and appliances.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Apr. 2025
Noun
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This works by providing a Bluetooth connection to a small gizmo that in turn plugs into the 3.5mm socket on the plane, for instance.—
David Phelan,
Forbes,
24 Mar. 2025
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More recently, iRobot has lagged behind its competitors, who are flaunting gizmos including arms that can pick up socks, carry air purifiers around, or even climb stairs.—
Brenda Stolyar,
WIRED,
15 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Not some simple planks and nails contraption affixed to a low branch, mind you.—
Marco della Cava,
USA Today,
2 Apr. 2025
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Back at the Dutton ranch, Jacob and Jack (Darren Man) are assembling some sort of contraption that could pass for a torture tool.—
Matt Cabral,
EW.com,
16 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Like on Apple Watch, these complications/widgets will show glanceable information like weather, next calendar event, step count, etc.—
Andrew Williams,
Forbes,
18 Mar. 2025
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There’s a folder of Google apps on the home screen, along with a widget filled with OnePlus apps.—
PCMAG,
PCMAG,
7 Jan. 2025
Noun
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The Bluetooth radio connects to accessories like wireless headphones with ease.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
29 Mar. 2025
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Lawrence has managed to craft one of the most enviable cold weather wardrobes, looking to Scandi brands for their heavy duty coats, The Row accessories and covetable vintage bags, and classic flannels.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
29 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The only modifications: noting that the approximately $9 tourist levy introduced in February 2024 is in fact mandatory, and upping enforcement mechanisms for broader compliance with the rules.—
Chad de Guzman,
Time,
28 Mar. 2025
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German lawmakers moved quickly to establish a funding mechanism for a huge increase in German defense spending; now Sweden is following suit.—
David Axe,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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The approach raises questions about how companies should balance encouraging innovation with respecting diverse working styles and skills.—
Josipa Majic Predin,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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Success in both fields relies on quality and innovation.—
Mark Holgate,
Vogue,
8 Apr. 2025
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“Gadget.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gadget. Accessed 12 Apr. 2025.
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