1
as in exam
a set of questions or problems designed to assess knowledge, skills, or intelligence
applicants to the prep school are required to take a demanding examination
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as in investigation
a systematic search for the truth or facts about something
an examination into the extent and causes of juvenile delinquency in the community
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as in inspection
a close look at or over someone or something in order to judge condition
even a hasty examination will tell any jeweler that that is not a real diamond
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Recent Examples of examination
The pilot was the most severely injured, reporting pain in his ribs, however, all three were transported to Coast Guard Station Fort Pierce for further medical examination.
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Sam Gillette, People.com, 3 June 2025
Choi’s style conveys that the world, even at its worst, rewards devoted examination; her characters’ long arcs, meanwhile, remind readers that just because anger has ebbed doesn’t mean it’s gone.
—Lily Meyer, The Atlantic, 3 June 2025
The lengthy technological and legal challenges faced following the examination raise questions about how to best modernize the bar exam across the US.
—Sophie Clark, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 June 2025
The commissioner of one of the four power conferences publicly tossing out such a provocative idea is worthy of further examination.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 3 June 2025
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Sam Gillette, People.com, 3 June 2025
Choi’s style conveys that the world, even at its worst, rewards devoted examination; her characters’ long arcs, meanwhile, remind readers that just because anger has ebbed doesn’t mean it’s gone.
—Lily Meyer, The Atlantic, 3 June 2025
The lengthy technological and legal challenges faced following the examination raise questions about how to best modernize the bar exam across the US.
—Sophie Clark, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 June 2025
The commissioner of one of the four power conferences publicly tossing out such a provocative idea is worthy of further examination.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 3 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for examination
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To determine the cause of your high testosterone levels, a healthcare provider will likely do a physical exam and blood tests.—
Brandi Jones,
Health,
6 June 2025
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An excellent score on the Casper exam, which evaluates situational judgment, empathy and professionalism skills.—
Kristen Moon,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2025
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Businesses in both states performed almost identically, with those nearest the border passing at least 95% of inspections on average.—
Andrew Wimer,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2025
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No action was taken from the inspection beyond citations for safety violations against the vessel, said Lt. Nicolina Converso, a spokesperson for the Coast Guard’s Seventh District, which includes the Southeast and the Caribbean.—
Douglas Hanks,
Miami Herald,
12 June 2025
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Soil tests can reveal if your soil has sufficient levels of calcium and can determine if your soil pH is optimal for nutrient availability.—
Nora Doonan,
Hartford Courant,
14 June 2025
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These defence systems were put to the test in April of 2024 when Iran launched Operation True Promise in retaliation to Israel’s bombing of the Iranian embassy in Damascus.—
Natasha Lindstaedt,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2025
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My firm offers a mobile legal helpline staffed by pro bono attorneys who can take client inquiries regardless of where they are physically located.—
Jeffrey D. Harvey,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 June 2025
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In the end, the committee will determine whether to initiate a cancer inquiry investigation.—
Laura Bauer,
Kansas City Star,
13 June 2025
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Ignore the audit and the social‑threat spiral will hit faster than your next quarterly call.—
Gillian Oakenfull,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2025
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Traditional audit or governance committees are usually stacked with financial experts.—
Malana VanTyler,
USA Today,
5 June 2025
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The billionaire's federal contracts range in research development, space exploration, utility and defense, particularly as space becomes more and more militarized.—
Mandy Taheri,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 June 2025
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Another feature that caught our eye (and our tester's baby) is the amount of sensory exploration this center provides.—
Cameron LeBlanc,
Parents,
5 June 2025
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That could be because Cuomo has faced intense scrutiny from the other candidates, who have somewhat united against him in several different anti-Cuomo attack ads.—
Ross O'Keefe,
The Washington Examiner,
8 June 2025
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The program has drawn scrutiny for years, seen by critics as ways for supervisors to solicit political support by steering millions in public money to recipients of their choosing with no public debate.—
Maura Fox,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 June 2025
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For example, the UK’s mattress trade association reacted to the study by issuing guidance for its members.—
Arlene Blum,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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Some powders contain aspartame or acesulfame potassium (also known as acesulfame K), which, one 2022 study suggested, may be linked to a greater cancer risk (although other studies have not found this).—
MISAKI KAWATSU,
Vogue,
10 June 2025
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“Examination.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/examination. Accessed 19 Jun. 2025.
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