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as in analyses
the separation and identification of the parts of a whole
a metallurgist did an assay on the metal and determined it contained nickel
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as in attempts
archaic
an effort to do or accomplish something
the poem about a frustrated man's last assay at greatness
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as in analyzes
to identify and examine the basic elements or parts of (something) especially for discovering interrelationships
the company assayed a sample of the rock to see if it contained gold in quantities worth mining
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as in tries
to make an effort to do
assaying the task of writing his autobiography
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Recent Examples of assays
Encyclopedia Britannica,
29 May 2026
So, as long as your tests involve one of the assays that Finch can handle, then there’s an additional step that can be performed by the system.
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ArsTechnica,
19 May 2026
Having completed space vacuum and temperature tests, the observatory only has a few assays left.
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Dan Vergano,
Scientific American,
22 Apr. 2026
This protocol allows manufacturers to align assays to the same biological target so, for instance, a TSH of 4 means the same thing, regardless of platform.
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Samantha Bonsack,
STAT,
18 Feb. 2026
Common testing methods include reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction, viral culture and immunofluorescence assays.
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Sacbee.com,
23 Jan. 2026
But while most of that capital flows into drug discovery, the white space is in clinical infrastructure—where predictive assays can shift spend from catastrophic claims to actuarial foresight.
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Sindhya Valloppillil,
Forbes.com,
20 Aug. 2025
Also, many tests—or SARS-CoV-2 assays—are difficult to perform in large numbers.
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IEEE Spectrum,
17 July 2020
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To work around these limitations, epidemiologists in the field have turned to broader-spectrum diagnostic kits and alternative rapid assays, though shortages of testing supplies and the logistical difficulties of operating in remote outbreak regions continue to hamper response efforts.
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Encyclopedia Britannica,
29 May 2026
So, as long as your tests involve one of the assays that Finch can handle, then there’s an additional step that can be performed by the system.
—
ArsTechnica,
19 May 2026
Having completed space vacuum and temperature tests, the observatory only has a few assays left.
—
Dan Vergano,
Scientific American,
22 Apr. 2026
This protocol allows manufacturers to align assays to the same biological target so, for instance, a TSH of 4 means the same thing, regardless of platform.
—
Samantha Bonsack,
STAT,
18 Feb. 2026
Common testing methods include reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction, viral culture and immunofluorescence assays.
—
Sacbee.com,
23 Jan. 2026
But while most of that capital flows into drug discovery, the white space is in clinical infrastructure—where predictive assays can shift spend from catastrophic claims to actuarial foresight.
—
Sindhya Valloppillil,
Forbes.com,
20 Aug. 2025
Also, many tests—or SARS-CoV-2 assays—are difficult to perform in large numbers.
—
IEEE Spectrum,
17 July 2020
Recent Examples of Synonyms for assays
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Indeed, among 20 nations evaluated in a recent report released by the Commonwealth Fund, a private foundation dedicated to healthcare analyses, Americans are the most likely to skip medications, treatments, tests, and consultations due to costs.
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The answer, according to two separate analyses, was a resounding no.
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If the shot is converted, the free throw is worth three points on three-point attempts or two points on two-point attempts.
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Firefighters made several attempts to reach them but were unable to rescue them, per the Akron Beacon Journal.
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Thisfinding was published early Friday from World Weather Attribution, a scientific network which analyzes the role of climate change in driving extreme weather events.
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The tool, developed by independent AI engineer Luke Geel, analyzes past results and players’ activity—from posture to blink rate—spotting connections that might be imperceptible to the average viewer but visible to top pros.
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North Field on Tinian, which was once the busiest airport in the world, was shut down after the war but is undergoing renovation to become an alternate base to Guam as Washington tries to disperse its assets around the region.
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Against this bedlam, Rhaenyra tries to fashion herself a real queen.
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In a separate interview, another person familiar with the situation — who has been involved in past intelligence investigations involving Venezuelan officials — offered additional allegations about the restricted zone.
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In an exclusive interview at FBI headquarters, Raia said the bureau's multi-agency mission center has moved beyond intelligence gathering and into active financial investigations aimed at dismantling the networks that finance political violence.
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Does this mean those pop-goes-punk comp albums are coming back?
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Except then there’s the chance of being FUNNELED, placed on the rails and headed for a very specific destination, instead of the OPEN-WORLD anything-goes of traditional D&D.
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In the dark comedy Maddie’s Secret, Early dissects the odd eroticism of online food content.
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The three-part docuseries, directed by Nick Green and told by key players inside the courtroom, dissects the trial of Michael Jackson and his complex legacy.
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Perusing the menu online provides insight into how truly diverse Sushi Sushi strives to be.
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While leadership strives to accelerate AI investment, many workers, particularly in frontline and junior positions, still don’t understand how the technology will impact their daily responsibilities or long-term career paths.
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“Assays.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/assays. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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