how-to

noun

Definition of how-tonext
as in manual

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Recent Examples of how-to Rising Together by Sally Helgesen The latest book by Helgesen is an action plan filled with how-to tips. — Dr. Ruth Gotian, Forbes, 7 Mar. 2023 For more, check out our Best Turntables guide and our how-to article on upgrading your home audio. — Parker Hall, WIRED, 5 Mar. 2023 As a former residential and commercial carpenter, Alex uses his hands-on experience to write practical buying guides, how-to articles, and product reviews. — Alex Rennie, Popular Mechanics, 3 Mar. 2023 To further connect with the community, Gao hopes to one day host classes for home brewing and offer other interactive how-to events. — Stephanie Breijo, Los Angeles Times, 23 Feb. 2023 See All Example Sentences for how-to
Recent Examples of Synonyms for how-to
  1. manual
  2. handbook
  3. guidebook
  4. tome
Noun
  • The mill, which is mated to a four-speed manual, makes 280 hp and 350 ft lbs of torque.
    — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 26 Mar. 2025
  • There’s an 8-speed automatic transmission but unfortunately no option for a manual with the TRD Pro.
    — Josh Max, Forbes.com, 26 Mar. 2025
Definition of manual
Noun
  • The pilot handbook also indicates an air speed of 95 knots must be maintained to fly in icing conditions if de-icing equipment is fully functional.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 20 Mar. 2025
  • In most organizations, new employees will be provided with a copy of the employee handbook, which typically includes pages upon pages of policies they are expected to adhere to during their tenure.
    — Marie Unger, Forbes, 20 Mar. 2025
Definition of handbook
Noun
  • Raffi Grinberg didn't set out to write a guidebook for young adults.
    — Omaid Homayun, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025
  • Publishing on May 6, 2025, Hilderbrand’s latest title, and first official guidebook, draws from the world in her novels.
    — Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner, Forbes, 27 Feb. 2025
Definition of guidebook
Noun
  • From tomes by landscape designers to paeans to floral fantasias by lifestyle gurus, these book releases will definitely get you in the mood for spring.
    — Blue Carreon, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025
  • But instead of reading a tome like The Hobbit or becoming a thief or wizard in role-playing games such as Dungeons & Dragons, players sat transfixed to a monitor and tapped away at a keyboard.
    — Paul Ridden, New Atlas, 17 Feb. 2025
Definition of tome

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