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instruments

NOUN

tool, implement

Synonyms

STRONGEST

apparatus appliance device equipment gadget gear gizmo machine machinery mechanism

STRONG

contraption contrivance doodad paraphernalia tackle utensil

Antonyms

WEAK

end

NOUN

means, agent

Synonyms

STRONGEST

material mechanism medium organ vehicle

STRONG

agency channel factor force instrumentality ministry wherewithal

Antonyms

WEAK

end

Example Sentences

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And spokesman Ramdan Denny Prakoso said Wednesday that it continued to use "all available policy instruments" to "maintain adequate foreign exchange liquidity".

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

The second asks solo instruments to try a bit of salsa-style improv.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

Roman's infrared instruments will be able to observe these glowing planets and study how their brightness changes over time.

From Science Daily • Jun. 1, 2026

Near-cash instruments like ultrashort bond funds yield even higher but won’t be hurt badly if interest rates continue to rise.

From Barron's • May 30, 2026

May tossed a few other assorted instruments out of the closet, then turned around.

From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley