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as in exams
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 investigations
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 inspections
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 examinations
After initial examinations, authorities determined the 29-year-old woman died of hyperthermia.
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Alexandra Koch , Brooke Taylor, FOXNews.com, 13 May 2026
Following initial examinations, the medical examiner determined that the female victim, a 29-year-old from Mexico, died of hyperthermia.
—Ingrid Vasquez, PEOPLE, 12 May 2026
Medical examiners and coroners are both known as medicolegal death investigators, a term Idaho applies to people who make formal inquiries or examinations to determine the cause and manner of a person’s death.
—Nicole Blanchard, Idaho Statesman, 8 May 2026
Founded in 2004, the nonprofit helps children who have been abused get medical examinations, file for victim compensation and more.
—Ryan Oehrli, Charlotte Observer, 7 May 2026
League officials began onboarding replacement officials — referees that had worked in the college ranks — for medical examinations and training sessions.
—Mike Jones, New York Times, 30 Apr. 2026
Colleges are beginning to respond with interviews, oral examinations, and in-person assessments.
—Gerald Bradshaw, Chicago Tribune, 27 Apr. 2026
Once the animals undergo forensic medical examinations, the PSPCA said charges for the people responsible could include animal cruelty and neglect, failure to provide access to clean and sanity shelter and lack of veterinary care.
—Alexandra Simon, CBS News, 26 Apr. 2026
The late artist is currently the subject of a solo exhibition on view through June at the Spencer Museum of Art in Kansas City—among the first serious institutional examinations of his practice.
—Tessa Solomon, ARTnews.com, 24 Apr. 2026
Alexandra Koch , Brooke Taylor, FOXNews.com, 13 May 2026
Following initial examinations, the medical examiner determined that the female victim, a 29-year-old from Mexico, died of hyperthermia.
—Ingrid Vasquez, PEOPLE, 12 May 2026
Medical examiners and coroners are both known as medicolegal death investigators, a term Idaho applies to people who make formal inquiries or examinations to determine the cause and manner of a person’s death.
—Nicole Blanchard, Idaho Statesman, 8 May 2026
Founded in 2004, the nonprofit helps children who have been abused get medical examinations, file for victim compensation and more.
—Ryan Oehrli, Charlotte Observer, 7 May 2026
League officials began onboarding replacement officials — referees that had worked in the college ranks — for medical examinations and training sessions.
—Mike Jones, New York Times, 30 Apr. 2026
Colleges are beginning to respond with interviews, oral examinations, and in-person assessments.
—Gerald Bradshaw, Chicago Tribune, 27 Apr. 2026
Once the animals undergo forensic medical examinations, the PSPCA said charges for the people responsible could include animal cruelty and neglect, failure to provide access to clean and sanity shelter and lack of veterinary care.
—Alexandra Simon, CBS News, 26 Apr. 2026
The late artist is currently the subject of a solo exhibition on view through June at the Spencer Museum of Art in Kansas City—among the first serious institutional examinations of his practice.
—Tessa Solomon, ARTnews.com, 24 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for examinations
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Jobs’ ‘beer test’ may sound unserious compared to today’s increasingly popular Myers-Briggs assessments and 90-minute exams.—
Orianna Rosa Royle,
Fortune,
14 May 2026
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While many colleges and universities are in finals now, Washington will not have its end-of-term exams until early June.—
Erick Mendoza,
NBC news,
14 May 2026
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The office said the new unit will work directly with law enforcement agencies during investigations and help ensure consistency in charging decisions and sentencing recommendations.—
Sydney Barragan,
Oc Register,
14 May 2026
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For Nanos, much of the public criticism overlooks the realities of how complex criminal investigations unfold, especially when detectives are intentionally withholding information to protect the integrity of the case.—
Danielle Bacher,
PEOPLE,
14 May 2026
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The best termite prevention methods are moisture control, removal of debris and firewood near the home, and regular inspections for activity.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
The Spruce,
14 May 2026
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State compliance data shows the center had no citations on its last two inspections on March 20 and April 17.—
Lina Ruiz
May 14,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 May 2026
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Initial tests suggested the outbreak may not involve the Ebola Zaire strain, which was responsible for Congo’s devastating 2018-2020 epidemic that killed more than 1,000 people.—
Jasmine Baehr,
FOXNews.com,
16 May 2026
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Once there, the astronauts will attempt to dock the capsule with a lunar lander vehicle and perform a series of other tests designed to assess the agency’s readiness to attempt a human moon landing.—
Claire Cameron,
Scientific American,
16 May 2026
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Over the years, we were constantly besieged with inquiries.—
Gillian Telling,
PEOPLE,
19 May 2026
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In 2025, it was reported that the EEOC responded to 270,000 inquiries at the agency, which is a 9% increase from 2024.—
Janice Gassam Asare,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
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The Next Level Apparel partner also contends that ongoing testing programs are more effective at catching substitution risks as supply chains shift over time, particularly compared with periodic audits or one-time reviews.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Footwear News,
14 May 2026
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The incumbent has conducted fewer than 50 audits and reports during his tenure, which compares to more than 200 reports and audits conducted during his predecessor’s first term.—
Teresa Liu,
Daily News,
4 May 2026
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Other bills could lead to new relief for small businesses in the future, with lawmakers endorsing the creation of studies and working groups that will look at things like supporting artificial intelligence use by small businesses and tourism.—
P.R. Lockhart,
Hartford Courant,
17 May 2026
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In a 2023 review published in the journal Frontiers in Psychology, researchers analyzed more than four decades of reports of near-death experiences, involving more than 2,000 studies and nearly 500 individuals.—
Angelica Stabile,
FOXNews.com,
16 May 2026
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Enter Coward, which sees Dhont — who made his debut with the polarizing, award-winning trans drama Girl — pushing himself further in his explorations of sexuality and connection, while working on a far larger scale.—
David Canfield,
HollywoodReporter,
12 May 2026
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Their unwillingness to engage beyond the surface means a refusal to examine rap’s layered explorations of life, pride and pain, described through lyrical humor, social commentary and witty wordplay.—
A.D. Carson,
The Conversation,
6 May 2026
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“Examinations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/examinations. Accessed 24 May. 2026.
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