as in manufacturers
someone or something that makes something (such as a manufactured product)
Auto makers will have to ensure that their vehicles meet the new emissions standards.
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Recent Examples of makers
Legal defense strategies being used by AI makers to defend against AI mental health lawsuits, see my analysis at the link here.
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Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
The noodles are custom-made for the restaurant by one of the Bay Area’s largest noodle makers and are made with wheat and a small amount of buckwheat to create a chewy, bouncy texture.
—John Metcalfe, Mercury News, 21 Jan. 2026
Rendering examines how artificial intelligence is disrupting the entertainment industry, taking you inside key battlegrounds and spotlighting change makers wielding the technology for good and ill.
—Jake Kanter, Deadline, 21 Jan. 2026
Over the 20th century, Nokia merged with Finnish rubber and cable makers and diversified into everything from tyres and boots to electrical cables before concentrating on telecommunications.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 21 Jan. 2026
Some meme makers are admirers of Kirk who want to valorize him; some are neo-Nazis out to mock Kirk for not being extreme enough (while also drawing attention to their cause); some are liberals trying to troll conservatives; many are surely apolitical types having a nonsensical laugh.
—Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 20 Jan. 2026
Textile makers have found that being resilient and adapting to the situation has paid off in a time of rapid market changes.
—Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 20 Jan. 2026
With over 50 local farmers every Sunday, rain or shine, plus small-batch makers offering everything from fresh breads to salsa, as well as other local crafters, there’s always something worth checking out.
—Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Jan. 2026
Abask features pieces from celebrated makers such as Japanese textile maker Suzusan, quilters Kate Owen and Pemberton Qwilts, along with The Elder Stateman (the brand spinning cashmere into all kinds of luxe accessories).
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 20 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for makers
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The Chinese manufacturing juggernaut is now highly visible in the automotive sector, largely because of BYD and other Chinese EV manufacturers.—
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There has been a gradual decline in popularity of pricier, wooden furniture over years as manufacturers found cheaper alternatives to make tables, dressers, bed frames, desks, and more.—
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While there is still a surplus of supply and builders are gearing up to start new builds, the decline in starts and completions means there will likely be fewer new builds hitting the market in 2026.—
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The administration has held meetings in recent weeks aimed at sounding out the builders on ways to improve housing affordability, according to the people, who asked not to be identified discussing internal matters.—
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“Makers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/makers. Accessed 25 Jan. 2026.
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