motor
Example Sentences
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Electric motors were first used in factories in the 1880s, but the productivity benefits didn’t accrue until 30 years later.
From Barron's
At the time motor racing was recovering after World War Two and in 1950 a new Formula 1 World Championship was launched.
From BBC
So he called the Georgia department of motor vehicles.
But successful designs have only become possible in recent years as electric motors and high-performance batteries have advanced.
From Barron's
Its proposal said it was seeking support as a specialist centre for children from birth to four years old "with motor, developmental and multi-disciplinary needs".
From BBC
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