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Manufacturing

Building and fixing

Practical workshop and assembly actions for everyday objects.

A1A2B1C110 words · 3 examples each
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Found: 10 words

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build

verb · 3 examples
  1. We build the small shelf from wooden pieces.
  2. She can build a birdhouse with simple tools.
  3. They build a table in the workshop.

fix

verb · 3 examples
  1. He can fix the broken chair leg.
  2. We fix the loose seat with glue.
  3. She will fix the chair before dinner.

connect

verb · 3 examples
  1. Please connect the cable to the socket.
  2. He will connect the lamp to the wall outlet.
  3. We connect the printer before testing it.

attach

verb · 3 examples
  1. She will attach the hook to the board.
  2. He can attach the small bracket with screws.
  3. They attach the label to the box.

tie

verb · 3 examples
  1. He can tie the cord in a knot.
  2. We tie the rope around the bundle.
  3. She will tie the ribbon at the top.

lock

verb · 3 examples
  1. She can lock the door with the key.
  2. He will lock the box after work.
  3. We lock the cabinet at night.

open

verb · 3 examples
  1. Please open the box carefully.
  2. She will open the lid for the tools.
  3. He can open the container with one hand.

close

verb · 3 examples
  1. Please close the box after you check it.
  2. He will close the lid now.
  3. We close the container before moving it.

fasten

verb · 3 examples
  1. She can fasten the belt buckle.
  2. He will fasten the strap before he stands up.
  3. We fasten the safety belt in the car.

tighten

verb · 3 examples
  1. He can tighten the nut with a wrench.
  2. She will tighten the bolt before using the chair.
  3. We tighten the parts so they do not move.

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