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as in engines
a device that changes energy into mechanical motion
the device was equipped with a small electrical motor to make the gears spin
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as in cars
a self-propelled passenger vehicle on four wheels
went shopping for a new automobile at Valley Motors
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as in speeds
to proceed or move quickly
effortlessly motored past the other runners for a first-place finish
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Recent Examples of motors
Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 15 Jan. 2026
Each axle will have a pair of electric motors, with one at each positioned at each wheel.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 14 Jan. 2026
When a humanoid robot touches something harmful, sensor data usually travels to a central processor, waits for analysis and then sends instructions back to the motors.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 12 Jan. 2026
The state transportation code stipulates that e-bikes must have motors that disengage when the rider applies the brakes or stops pedaling.
—Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 Jan. 2026
This tech sends information from sensors to a computer which then sends commands to motors through electrical wires.
—Charles Singh, USA Today, 5 Jan. 2026
Class 1 e-bikes have motors that only provide assistance when the rider is pedaling, whereas Class 2 e-bikes have an electric motor that cuts out when the brake is applied.
—Linda Girardi, Chicago Tribune, 1 Jan. 2026
In cars, they’re used to connect the battery to motors, for lights and sensors, for braking systems, airbag controllers, entertainment systems and electric windows.
—Sam Meredith, CNBC, 31 Dec. 2025
Those materials include sodium perchlorate, ammonium perchlorate precursors and nitrocellulose, all key components in solid-fuel rocket motors.
—Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 30 Dec. 2025
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According to researchers, with 23 motors controlling facial expressions and three for neck movement, Emo can perform coexpression, synchronizing its expressions with humans.
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The report does make clear that neither of the plane's two other engines were on fire before the crash.—
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Toyota Industries, which founded Toyota Motor, produces a range of products including forklifts, engines, electronic components, and stamping dies.—
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Themed wallpaper is displayed in honor of thousands of songs that reference the company's cars.—
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As demonstrators started their march to the Sacramento Memorial Auditorium on J Street, passing cars honked in solidarity and protesters cheered in response.—
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After the shooting, the SUV speeds into two cars parked on a curb before crashing to a stop.—
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This slows down the release of ethylene gas, which speeds up ripening.—
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The exhilaration of constant research and development is part of what drives this culinary team.—
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Higher demand for MBSs drives bond prices up.—
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While still early, the update points to a future where humanoid robots learn less like machines and more like people.—
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No one could trace the secret roots of Skinny Pedro’s devotion to the world of machines.—
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The president originally announced 25% tariffs on automobiles and auto parts, only to later relax those, seeking to provide domestic automakers some relief from seeing their production costs rise.—
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Explore displays of vintage and high-powered automobiles, sip on craft beers, enjoy shopping local boutiques and let the kids enjoy family-friendly activities such as face painting, a petting zoo and more.—
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In this game, Kirby races to rescue King Dedede, with lots of puzzles, fun bosses and minigames.—
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Kent Nishimura | Reuters House lawmakers this week could vote to approve a smaller IRS budget for the current fiscal year as Congress races to avoid another government shutdown.—
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Guests staying at the Beach Club have indulgent perks like a complimentary 15-minute ride on the adorable Sorbetto Fiat boat that tools around Lake Boca.—
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Many employees may not be aware of the dangers associated with feeding GenAI tools sensitive data.—
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“Motors.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/motors. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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