man-made

Example Sentences

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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

"This is kind of pushing the frontier of science," said Ryan Schultz, a seismologist specialised in man-made earthquakes.

From Barron's • May 11, 2026

They are rugged concrete basins with shells fixed to vertical man-made walls.

From BBC • Apr. 27, 2026

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

From Slate • Apr. 11, 2026

“Well, eggs sure as shootin’ aren’t man-made, as any chicken would be happy to point out to you.”

From "The Seven Wonders of Sassafras Springs" by Betty G. Birney