Thesaurus results for HANDIWORK

handiwork

noun

ˈhan-di-ˌwərk

Definition of handiwork

as in production

something produced by physical or intellectual effort proud of his handiwork, he was certain that the birdhouse would win first place in its category

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Recent Examples of handiwork Both of these handiwork hobbies are ideal for those looking for a mindless activity to enjoy while watching their favorite guilty-pleasure show. — Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Sep. 2026 But getting their handiwork fried and into the bottom of Duke’s red-and-white striped cups would take a year of hunting, testing, planting and digging. — Courtney Crowder, Des Moines Register, 21 Aug. 2026 Flushed and flailing during Schauf’s final countdown, her gum-chewing getting a little more exaggerated with each second, Cooper quipped that her handiwork might be better sealed under a closed casket. — John Semley, Harpers Magazine, 28 July 2026 Mitchell’s key points of identification with her handiwork have shifted. — Chris Willman, Variety, 25 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for handiwork

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The Type 01 is the first production car since the brand’s reinvention, and the most powerful, most aerodynamic, and most technologically advanced car Jaguar has ever built.

— Erik Shilling, Robb Report, 7 Oct. 2026
Paul Heaney’s company itself acts as the central commissioner, putting projects into production and then sells the rights to buyers who have already stated their interest.

— Max Goldbart, Deadline, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of production

Noun

Advertisement Monday’s attack affected two refrigeration management product series by Danish company Danfoss, AK-SC and AK-SM, according to an ANSSI alert.

— Miranda Jeyaretnam, Time, 13 Oct. 2026
The entertainment and the consumer product are no longer two separate businesses.

— Kevin Giraud, Variety, 13 Oct. 2026

Definition of product

Noun

Her most recent work, Elegies (2023), a documentary about Hong Kong poetry, opened Hong Kong International Film Festival and was nominated for the Golden Horse Awards.

— Liz Shackleton, Deadline, 11 Oct. 2026
While her work regularly brings her into close proximity with children, Uta has little interest in starting a family of her own.

— Guy Lodge, Variety, 11 Oct. 2026

Definition of work

Noun

The move comes as Treasury yields retreated from their highs but remain at elevated levels.

— Leonie Kidd, CNBC, 7 Oct. 2026
In stock markets abroad, indexes ticked higher in Europe as yields continue to swing in their bond markets amid concerns about high government debts and tight budgets.

— Stan Choe, Los Angeles Times, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of yield

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