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as in accuracy
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as in appropriateness
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for correctness
Noun
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Census and Socioeconomic Data: The accuracy of datasets used for policymaking, including housing, labor, and economic inequality, may be undermined through changes in methodology or funding cuts.—
Monica Sanders,
Forbes,
6 Mar. 2025 -
The Prince estate was allowed to review the documentary for factual accuracy.—
Samantha Bergeson,
IndieWire,
5 Mar. 2025
Noun
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But, in truth, Diederich worked with the club in some capacity before officially joining Bayern in his current role.—
Manuel Veth,
Forbes,
27 Feb. 2025
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The narrative in Zero Day blurs the line between victim and perpetrator, forcing viewers to confront the uncomfortable reality that in an age of information warfare, the fabric of society can be weaponized and the pursuit of truth becomes a morally ambiguous challenge.—
Ally Neagen,
Glamour,
27 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The fire department had not reported a negative situation regarding the fire adequacy of the hotel until Tuesday, Yerlikaya said, adding that an investigation is ongoing.—
Morgan Winsor,
ABC News,
21 Jan. 2025
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Concerns remain about the adequacy of COLA adjustments and the ongoing financial challenges faced by seniors—especially those with lower incomes.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
13 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Neroli, cocoa shell and tonka bean complete it, giving it all the gourmand goodness.—
Celia Shatzman,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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There’s also a basic bean and cheese burrito for $5.99, and a house burrito filled with goodness for $11.99 (add $2.99 for skirt steak).—
Michael Deeds,
Idaho Statesman,
27 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Done right, the concept naturally corresponds with the principle of reasonable sufficiency.—
Dmitry Adamsky,
Foreign Affairs,
1 Oct. 2015
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The explicit goals of the long term financial plan are revenue sufficiency and rate calculation.—
Graham P. Johnson,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
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“Correctness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/correctness. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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