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also gismo
as in gadget
an interesting and often novel device with a practical use
found all sorts of interesting woodworking gizmos in the garage
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Recent Examples of gizmo
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.
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David Phelan, Forbes, 24 Mar. 2025
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
Check out some of the newer plant watering gizmos that have come on the market, like the inexpensive battery plant alarm moisture sensor that flashes red when water is needed.
—Betty Cahill, The Denver Post, 1 Mar. 2025
The Japanese game-maker forges their own path, one quirky gizmo at a time.
—Erik Kain, Forbes, 15 Jan. 2025
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David Phelan, Forbes, 24 Mar. 2025
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
Check out some of the newer plant watering gizmos that have come on the market, like the inexpensive battery plant alarm moisture sensor that flashes red when water is needed.
—Betty Cahill, The Denver Post, 1 Mar. 2025
The Japanese game-maker forges their own path, one quirky gizmo at a time.
—Erik Kain, Forbes, 15 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gizmo
Noun
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Originally produced by American retailer ThinkGeek, the gadget is now a rare and sought-after piece among fans of the franchise.—
Kevin Sabet,
Newsweek,
24 Mar. 2025
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Laptops, printers and other tech gadgets have been disappearing from Broward schools, in part due to lax controls during the COVID-19 pandemic, recent audits state.—
Scott Travis,
Sun Sentinel,
23 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The website offers screening and assessment tools, informational articles, self-help guides and a guide to providers in Kane County.—
Aurora Beacon-News,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Apr. 2025
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Clinics, meanwhile, grapple with strict 340B compliance requirements—often without adequate staff or tools to manage efficiently.—
Craig Lebrau,
USA Today,
14 Apr. 2025
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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
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To this end, the company is preparing for rapid expansion, robust reliability testing, and continued innovation, emphasizing robots manufacturing robots for future growth.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
16 Mar. 2025
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Now, the military is trying to keep up with the innovation going on in the private sector—AI and autonomous vehicles, drones, etc.—
Edward Felsenthal,
TIME,
16 Mar. 2025
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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 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
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New this year is the Azalea kit, with a container of its non-alcoholic mix as well as a Masters jigger.—
Hugh Kellenberger,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2025
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The jigger, bottle opener, and bar spoon are all double-sided.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Feb. 2025
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“Gizmo.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gizmo. Accessed 18 Apr. 2025.
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