A frequently cited example is Euripides' Medea in which the deus ex machina is a dragon-drawn chariot sent by the sun god Helios, used to convey his granddaughter Medea away from her husband Jason …

2 days ago · machina f (plural machine) (archaic or dialectal, Romanesco) alternative form of macchina

The New Latin term deus ex machina is a translation of a Greek phrase and means literally "a god from a machine." Machine, in this case, refers to the crane (yes, crane) that held a god over the stage in …

Apr 24, 2015 · Reviewers say 'Ex Machina' is a visually striking sci-fi film with strong performances by Alicia Vikander, Oscar Isaac, and Domhnall Gleeson. It explores themes of artificial intelligence and …

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Dec 10, 2025 · Deus ex machina, a person or thing that appears or is introduced into a situation suddenly and unexpectedly and provides an artificial or contrived solution to an apparently insoluble …

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Oct 23, 2025 · So, when you see "machina," you can generally think of something built to do work, make things easier, or perform a specific function. It's a word that carries a sense of ingenuity and purpose, …

Machina Machina may refer to: Machina (band), a rock and metal band Machina (company), a clothing brand company specializing in wearable technology Machina (magazine), Polish music magazine …

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