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man-made

[man-meyd] / ˈmænˈmeɪd /


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Physical capacity across the world is constricted by a variety of chokepoints, some natural like Hormuz, some man-made like tariffs.

From MarketWatch • May 15, 2026

While the museum representation is scrupulously faithful to what is known of the original vessel's design and dimensions, it was built largely with fibreglass and other man-made materials.

From Barron's • Apr. 28, 2026

The idea is to see if they can boost the amount and variety of wildlife on man-made structures like sea defences.

From BBC • Apr. 27, 2026

“It’s groomed out just like man-made snow,” Wilson said.

From Slate • Apr. 11, 2026

“I don’t need electricity! I’ve lived my whole life without it. And I cannot make a new start in some man-made village!”

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo




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