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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

To determine where earthquakes begin, seismologists examine the travel times of different seismic waves recorded by instruments at the surface.

From Science Daily • Jun. 3, 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

“Melanie’s parents are so thoughtful and decided band instruments were the perfect gifts for triplets. Because our house isn’t noisy enough on any given Tuesday.”

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller