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as in apparatus
a mechanical part or group of parts used to perform a specific task
The printer's paper feeding mechanism is jammed.
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as in system
a series of actions used to achieve an end
She was stunned to learn that there was no mechanism in place to remedy the problem.
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Recent Examples of mechanism
According to Shireman, accreditation critics across the political spectrum have raised concerns that accrediting agencies are sluggish and lack mechanisms for universities and colleges to have a say in how they are evaluated.
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Miami Herald, 12 July 2025
The study reveals a powerful new mechanism for weight loss that doesn’t rely on eating less and moving more.
—New Atlas, 12 July 2025
The crisis response mechanism was a late addition to the law, added in part in response to Russia’s full scale invasion of Ukraine in Feb. 2022, amid increasing fears of online disinformation about the conflict.
—Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 10 July 2025
To appease Republicans concerned that the new provider tax mechanism would harm rural hospitals, Senate negotiators added a provision that would double funding for rural hospitals beginning in 2026 over a five-year period.
—Sara Dorn, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
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Miami Herald, 12 July 2025
The study reveals a powerful new mechanism for weight loss that doesn’t rely on eating less and moving more.
—New Atlas, 12 July 2025
The crisis response mechanism was a late addition to the law, added in part in response to Russia’s full scale invasion of Ukraine in Feb. 2022, amid increasing fears of online disinformation about the conflict.
—Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 10 July 2025
To appease Republicans concerned that the new provider tax mechanism would harm rural hospitals, Senate negotiators added a provision that would double funding for rural hospitals beginning in 2026 over a five-year period.
—Sara Dorn, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mechanism
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Neither party denied that Americans needed to be healthier, but Kennedy and his allies — now in the administration — described the government’s health apparatus as an impediment, a waste of money that had been captured by the pharmaceutical industry.—
David Weigel,
semafor.com,
4 July 2025
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The vestibular apparatus can malfunction, causing dizziness, and this can be compounded by medications.—
Bryant Stamford,
The Courier-Journal,
2 July 2025
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Find a prescription for yourself Anyone interested in social prescribing can check out a map on Social Prescribing USA's website for a list of organizations and health systems that are doing this in some capacity.—
Rhitu Chatterjee,
NPR,
14 July 2025
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The low number of six teams per gender for the Olympics has irked some smaller cricket nations who would not be able to qualify through a rankings system.—
Tristan Lavalette,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Get my picks for the best 2025 antivirus protection winners for your Windows, Mac, Android & iOS devices at CyberGuy.com/LockUpYourTech 4) Reset your browser settings: Restoring your browser to its default state can reverse unwanted changes to your homepage, search engine or other settings.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
14 July 2025
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One of Budanov’s officers, a masked man who went by Thirteen, stepped forward and spoke through an electronic device that scrambled his voice.—
Dexter Filkins,
New Yorker,
14 July 2025
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Their current 53-38 record is in the bank, however, and most projection methods give them an 80%+ chance to make the postseason.—
Tony Blengino,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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Nissans aren't exclusively susceptible to this method, as several other automotive brands are targeted across the country using similar techniques.—
Charles Singh,
The Tennessean,
9 July 2025
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Amazon Tiny but powerful, this 2-inch sound machine fills any space with soothing ambient noise—perfect for sleep or focus, and compact enough for travel.—
Parker Hall,
Wired News,
8 July 2025
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Just set the timer to the length of your blend, and the machine will turn itself off once it’s finished.—
Brittany Romano,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
8 July 2025
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However, even tech-savvy jurors need expert guidance to understand complex AI decision-making processes.—
Lars Daniel,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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While diagnosing multiple myeloma remains a complex process, advancements in technologies and diagnostic criteria promote more effective disease management and treatment.—
Anna Giorgi,
Verywell Health,
14 July 2025
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And Marcus Wheatland, known as the doctor of the swells, was a medical practitioner and a pioneer of X-rays as a diagnostic tool.—
Olivia B. Waxman,
Time,
8 July 2025
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Amazon is dropping deals on tons of outdoor essentials, like string lights, gardening tools, and patio furniture.—
Clara McMahon,
People.com,
7 July 2025
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Back in March, the Crüe was forced to postpone their Las Vegas residency so Neil could undergo a vocal procedure, though no specifics were given.—
Jon Blistein,
Rolling Stone,
14 July 2025
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Healthcare Administration: If agents can update patient records or schedule procedures, mistakes can compromise patient safety and violate privacy laws.—
Calum Chace,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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“Mechanism.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mechanism. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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