hardware
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accoutrements (or accouterments), apparatus, equipment, gear, kit [chiefly British], material(s), matériel (or materiel), outfit, paraphernalia, stuff, tackle
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That’s always a good sign that retailers will be trying to clear their shelves of older hardware, and that’s the case today: All three are 20 to 30 percent off today on Amazon. — Mark Hachman, PCWorld, "If you're interested in a Microsoft Surface, now's the time to buy," 29 Aug. 2019 After all, VMware has to run on all kinds of hardware, including machines sold by Dell rivals. — Aaron Pressman, Fortune, "How Fitbit Could Stage a Comeback With Its New Watch and Premium Service—Data Sheet," 29 Aug. 2019 That eliminated the need for ignition hardware, simplifying the engine and reducing the risk of breakdowns. — Time, "SpaceX's Starhopper Flight Test Is a Big Step Forward for Elon Musk's Moon Dreams," 28 Aug. 2019 That’s when the company is banking on a combination of new hardware, software and services to drive revenue higher, following a huge miss at the end of last year. — Los Angeles Times, "Apple’s next line of iPhones is all about the camera," 22 Aug. 2019 Features include new European wide-plank white oak floors throughout the home, Andersen dual-pane windows with natural maple frames, vaulted ceilings, fresh paint, new door hardware, stylish light fixtures and spacious flexible-use rooms. — Monica Lander, The Mercury News, "Sponsored: Picturesque Almaden Country Club home delivers panoramic views," 19 Aug. 2019 San Jose’s Cisco, which makes networking hardware, cut almost 500 Bay Area jobs last week, its second round of layoffs in a year, for instance. — Carolyn Said, SFChronicle.com, "The Bay Area is booming — and bracing for a slowdown," 17 Aug. 2019 Manufacturers sell kits that contain all the necessary parts, including roof panels, electrical cables and connections, hardware, fasteners, and detailed instructions. — Joseph Truini, Popular Mechanics, "Is Going Solar Right for You?," 27 July 2019 Items for sale include furniture, books, jewelry, collectibles, toys, hardware, artwork, household items, linens, glassware, sporting goods, holiday items, crafts, stationery, gardening supplies, luggage, pocketbooks and more. — courant.com, "Community News For The Manchester Edition," 14 Aug. 2019These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'hardware.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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