1
as in to produce
to bring into being by combining, shaping, or transforming materials
the company manufactures appliances and electronics
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2
as in to devise
to create or think of by clever use of the imagination
he manufactured some story about how his car broke down and he was unable to call home and let anyone know that he would be late
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as in production
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Recent Examples of manufacture
Wayne Elsey, Forbes.com, 2 Apr. 2025
The third most important country for manufacturing Nike clothing was Cambodia, at 15% of the company’s apparel.
—Eben Novy-Williams, Sportico.com, 2 Apr. 2025
Jenni Shearston, The Conversation, 25 Feb. 2025
Velocity manufactures for several global brands including Inditex and American Eagle.
—Mayu Saini, Sourcing Journal, 20 Mar. 2025
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Verb
For example, a manufacturing company may partner with a recycling company.
—Wayne Elsey, Forbes.com, 2 Apr. 2025
The third most important country for manufacturing Nike clothing was Cambodia, at 15% of the company’s apparel.
—Eben Novy-Williams, Sportico.com, 2 Apr. 2025
Noun
This air toxic is used in the manufacture of a number of products like household cleaners and building materials.
—Jenni Shearston, The Conversation, 25 Feb. 2025
Velocity manufactures for several global brands including Inditex and American Eagle.
—Mayu Saini, Sourcing Journal, 20 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for manufacture
Verb
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Directed by Joachim Rønning, the movie also stars Greta Lee, Evan Peters, Hasan Minhaj, Jodie Turner-Smith, Arturo Castro, Cameron Monaghan and Gillian Anderson. Leto, Sean Bailey, Jeffrey Silver, Justin Springer, Emma Ludbrook and Steven Lisberger produce, while Russell Allen executive produces.—
Lexi Carson,
HollywoodReporter,
5 Apr. 2025
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But the creative minds that produced these vehicles didn’t restrict their thinking to punchy visuals.—
Julie Belcove,
Robb Report,
5 Apr. 2025
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Despite the entrenched ethical norms of the legal profession, educational institutions at every level should devise strategies designed to improve the public’s understanding of government and its critical intersection with the rule of law.—
Blake D. Morant,
Forbes.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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Vince McMahon has devised various gimmicks and names for wrestlers while running WWE over the last several decades.—
Josh Hammer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Apr. 2025
Noun
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According to researchers, removing a single gene that controls production of a hormone called thyroxine can create swarms of tadpoles incapable of their usual metamorphosis into adult amphibians.—
Andrew Paul,
Popular Science,
10 Apr. 2025
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The larger portion of the mask is formulated with NAD+, a coenzyme that supports collagen production and soothes antioxidative stress, and the lower chin piece puts polylactic acid to work in each little microfiber of the mask to lift, firm, and improve texture and tone evenness.—
Annie Blackman,
Allure,
10 Apr. 2025
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In a motion to dismiss the suit last month, Lively’s team argued that her allegations — which were first made in a California civil rights complaint that was shared with the New York Times — are protected by litigation privilege.—
Gene Maddaus,
Variety,
4 Apr. 2025
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For a list of stock recommendations like these made in The Prudent Speculator, visit theprudentspeculator.com.—
John Buckingham,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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The near-deal was constructed over the course of months, with Vice President JD Vance’s team negotiating directly with several potential investors and officials from ByteDance.—
Sarah Parvini,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Apr. 2025
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François Chollet has constructed the ultimate test for the bots.—
Matteo Wong,
The Atlantic,
4 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Laser printing versions are available right now, and cost $2,799 for the 10-W variant, while the 40-W one comes in at $3,499.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
26 Mar. 2025
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In addition, the printing is more susceptible to scratches than raw PBT.—
Henri Robbins,
WIRED,
24 Mar. 2025
Verb
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My parents bought us an old swing set with a slide way back when (this was before plastic swing sets were invented).—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
6 Apr. 2025
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These date shakes are deliciously creamy concoctions made of milk or ice cream and blended with date crystals invented by Shield’s Date Garden.—
Pat Doherty,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Apr. 2025
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Some are concocting nostalgic scrapbooks and others are knitting cozy blankets or adorable sweaters.—
Lauren Thomann,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 Mar. 2025
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At that point, the writers gathered to familiarize themselves (for the first time) with the original show and began concocting various excuses for having big-name stars floating in and out of the Bradys’ new life in Malibu.—
Elaina Patton,
IndieWire,
12 Mar. 2025
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“Manufacture.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/manufacture. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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