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with physical effort rather than relying on machines or automation
- She manually assembled the pieces of the puzzle, fitting them together by hand.
- The worker manually lifted the heavy boxes and arranged them on the shelves.
- The craftsman manually carved intricate details into the wooden sculpture.
- The gardener manually planted seeds in the soil, carefully arranging them.
- The mechanic manually adjusted the settings on the machine to optimize performance.
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a shot taken at an easy or casual target (as by a pothunter)