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a short performance to show the talents of someone (such as an actor or a musician) who is being considered for a role in a play, a position in an orchestra, etc.
Auditions will be held next week for the spring musical. He went to an audition for a new TV show.
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Recent Examples of audition
Companies can avoid costly misfires at the top by shifting focus from credentials to real-world performance, treating interim roles as meaningful auditions and rebuilding mid-level proving grounds.
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Rhett Power, Rolling Stone, 15 July 2025
The audition was from the very first episode, the impetus of the show, where Charlie Cale’s friend gets murdered.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 10 July 2025
Some of my favorite stuff is that alleyway in Cleveland — that was the audition scene for both of us.
—Abigail Lee, Variety, 12 July 2025
The national rollout will replicate the local model, with auditions and performances administered through public school districts and education foundations.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 10 July 2025
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Rhett Power, Rolling Stone, 15 July 2025
The audition was from the very first episode, the impetus of the show, where Charlie Cale’s friend gets murdered.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 10 July 2025
Some of my favorite stuff is that alleyway in Cleveland — that was the audition scene for both of us.
—Abigail Lee, Variety, 12 July 2025
The national rollout will replicate the local model, with auditions and performances administered through public school districts and education foundations.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 10 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for audition
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Women being dismissed by their healthcare providers is another culprit, says Tran, and without proper exams and X-rays, the disease goes undetected.—
Marnie Goodfriend,
Flow Space,
25 July 2025
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Ladder Life Insurance Learn More Cost The best way to estimate your costs is to request a quote App available No Policy highlights Ladder is a digital-first life insurance company offering up to $3 million in coverage without an exam.—
Liz Knueven,
CNBC,
25 July 2025
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Many scouts were concerned by Cooper’s score of 11 on the 50-question Wonderlic test.—
Rob Reischel,
Forbes.com,
20 July 2025
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While the former Boise Young Rider Development Squad members are going wheel to wheel against the best in the world in Europe, the next generation of BYRDS cyclists put their skills to the test at the 38th annual criterium on Saturday in downtown Boise.—
Rachel Roberts,
Idaho Statesman,
20 July 2025
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The victims' bodies were taken to the state crime lab for examination to determine the manner and cause of death.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
31 July 2025
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Students are invited to prepare for the upcoming ACT examinations by taking a practice exam from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Aug. 2 at the Hinsdale Public Library, 20 E. Maple St., Hinsdale.—
Melinda Moore,
Chicago Tribune,
29 July 2025
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The event will culminate in a four-day final at the University of Texas' Moody Center.—
Karoline Leonard,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
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While Princess Charlotte was by Prince William's side throughout the thrilling Euro finals, where England beat Spain 3-1 on penalties, her name likely wasn't listed for the simple reason that she is not considered to be a working royal.—
Janine Henni,
People.com,
29 July 2025
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The students will soon take an advanced placement test with the chance to earn college credit.—
Steve Sadin,
Chicago Tribune,
8 May 2025
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Diggins recalled taking a Japanese placement test for Doshisha International School in Kyoto.—
Shreyas Laddha,
Kansas City Star,
8 May 2025
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“Audition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/audition. Accessed 3 Aug. 2025.
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