industrial-strength
Americanadjective
adjective
Example Sentences
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It turns out, though, that it looks like a warehouse of space junk, and it sounds like an industrial-strength air-conditioning system.
From Salon ● Jun. 8, 2026
Meanwhile, the property’s garage has been transformed into a private gym—with the original door to the structure removed to make way for new industrial-strength doors that cost upward of $100,000.
From MarketWatch ● Nov. 25, 2025
Known for hits like The Time's Jungle Love and The SOS Band's Just Be Good To Me, they teased out a new sound for the singer – full of industrial-strength rhythms and strident, assertive lyrics.
From BBC ● Jul. 24, 2024
Over the hum of an industrial-strength air purifier and dehumidifier, Moss said the tenants had to vacate the unit quickly, leaving food and dishes on the counter.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 13, 2024
The lawns couldn’t have been greener without using an industrial-strength spray paint.
From "Shelter (Book One): A Mickey Bolitar Novel" by Harlan Coben
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