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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
Any game settled by three points will see further examination of key decisions, and that is no different in KC coach Andy Reid’s call to go for it on fourth-and-1 early in the third quarter.
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Pete Sweeney, Kansas City Star, 15 Sep. 2025
However, examination of charring on the skeletons — which were buried after being tightly folded into squatting positions — showed signs that they had been exposed to low heat over long periods of time, which would have dried out and preserved the bodies.
—Mindy Weisberger, CNN Money, 15 Sep. 2025
Jennings left one snap into the fourth quarter, and examinations this past week reportedly revealed no significant damage to his left shoulder.
—Cam Inman, Mercury News, 14 Sep. 2025
According to deep Tap lore, the song comes from the concept album The Sun Never Sweats, an examination of all things British.
—Jordan Hoffman, Entertainment Weekly, 12 Sep. 2025
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Pete Sweeney, Kansas City Star, 15 Sep. 2025
However, examination of charring on the skeletons — which were buried after being tightly folded into squatting positions — showed signs that they had been exposed to low heat over long periods of time, which would have dried out and preserved the bodies.
—Mindy Weisberger, CNN Money, 15 Sep. 2025
Jennings left one snap into the fourth quarter, and examinations this past week reportedly revealed no significant damage to his left shoulder.
—Cam Inman, Mercury News, 14 Sep. 2025
According to deep Tap lore, the song comes from the concept album The Sun Never Sweats, an examination of all things British.
—Jordan Hoffman, Entertainment Weekly, 12 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for examination
Noun
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This shifts the conversation from an exam to a dialogue about needs.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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In China, students must pass a highly competitive national postgraduate entrance exam and then study for at least two years before landing a master’s degree.—
Joyce Jiang,
CNN Money,
13 Sep. 2025
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The Santa Clara Police Department identified the man as Nizamuddin Mohammed in an update on its investigation into the shooting.—
Jason Green,
Mercury News,
20 Sep. 2025
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Still, fraud investigations are likely to remain in the headlines, presenting a lasting vulnerability for the governor, Schier said.—
Alex Derosier,
Twin Cities,
20 Sep. 2025
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From maintenance, like oil changes, fluid checks and tire, brake, and battery inspections, to a variety of repairs, and even smog tests, service is available for all makes, fleet vehicles, hot rods, classic cars and hybrids.—
Shawn Price,
Oc Register,
19 Sep. 2025
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World powers are pressing Iran to comply with inspection requirements, while Tehran argues that its proposals are being dismissed for political reasons.—
Amir Daftari,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 Sep. 2025
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The American Culture Quiz is a weekly test of our unique national traits, trends, history and people, including current events and the sights and sounds of the United States.—
Khloe Quill,
FOXNews.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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In a test setting, the fluid enabled a battery pack to be charged from 10% to 80% capacity in under ten minutes.—
Aman Tripathi,
Interesting Engineering,
14 Sep. 2025
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Many international experts, including the International Association of Genocide Scholars, two leading Israeli human rights organizations and an independent United Nations inquiry, have concluded that Israel has committed genocide against Palestinians in Gaza.—
Ivana Kottasová,
CNN Money,
20 Sep. 2025
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Newsweek contacted Trader Joe's for comment via online media inquiry form on Saturday outside of regular office hours.—
James Bickerton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 Sep. 2025
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Shortly after taking the position, McMahon, who comes from many years of experience in the private sector, noted that DOGE was conducting a solid audit of the agency.—
Arthur Jones II,
ABC News,
19 Sep. 2025
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Brands Californian activewear brand Vuori has appointed Andrew Campion to its board of directors and as a member of its audit committee.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
19 Sep. 2025
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Researchers Chelsea Bennice and Kendra Buresch, both co-authors of the study, hope that furthering their understanding of octopus behavior and movement will be useful for developing soft robotics – which could be used for a number of things, from medical application to ocean exploration.—
Berly McCoy,
NPR,
19 Sep. 2025
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The book, set for release on October 14, builds upon Rosales’ long-standing exploration of the Orishas—deities of the Yoruba tradition—through her signature fusion of classical technique and Afrofuturist storytelling.—
Yola Robert,
Forbes.com,
19 Sep. 2025
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That scrutiny has focused more recently on climate litigation as cases proliferated around the country.—
Michael Copley,
NPR,
19 Sep. 2025
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The police set up surveillance around their home to catch the voyeur, but tensions within the family rise as secrets unravel under the scrutiny of eyes watching them from all sides.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
19 Sep. 2025
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“Examination.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/examination. Accessed 21 Sep. 2025.
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