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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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2
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
However, almost everyone agrees that a closer examination is needed after the disaster at DCA.
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Zach Wichter, USA TODAY, 18 Mar. 2025
While the result — a 1-0 defeat — did not go Forest’s way, Davies considered the match the perfect close-up examination.
—Megan Feringa, The Athletic, 16 Mar. 2025
Changes that can be detected during an examination, such as an enlarged blind spot and thickened retina owing to swelling where the optic nerve joins the retina (known as optic-disc oedema), are unlikely to be noticed by the affected person.
—Neil Savage, Scientific American, 6 Mar. 2025
Jesse once again raises the bar with a bold examination of modern greed, power and male ambition.
—Russel Honoré, Newsweek, 6 Mar. 2025
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Zach Wichter, USA TODAY, 18 Mar. 2025
While the result — a 1-0 defeat — did not go Forest’s way, Davies considered the match the perfect close-up examination.
—Megan Feringa, The Athletic, 16 Mar. 2025
Changes that can be detected during an examination, such as an enlarged blind spot and thickened retina owing to swelling where the optic nerve joins the retina (known as optic-disc oedema), are unlikely to be noticed by the affected person.
—Neil Savage, Scientific American, 6 Mar. 2025
Jesse once again raises the bar with a bold examination of modern greed, power and male ambition.
—Russel Honoré, Newsweek, 6 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for examination
Noun
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The most recent, a 44-year-old Ukrainian man who came to the U.S. through a humanitarian parole program, died at the facility after medical exams showed evidence of a possible hemorrhagic stroke.—
Verónica Egui Brito,
Miami Herald,
28 Mar. 2025
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My first day at Dyess AFB in Abilene, Texas, home to two dozen of the remaining B-1s still active, included a mandatory medical exam followed by SERE immersive parachute and ejection seat training - plus suit, helmet and oxygen-mask fittings.—
Jim Clash,
Forbes.com,
27 Mar. 2025
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The inspection — which looks over the vehicle’s headlights, signals, brakes, steering, windows and tires — must be completed by a licensed mechanic.—
Evan Moore,
Charlotte Observer,
20 Mar. 2025
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Routine inspection, eight total violations, three High Priority violations.—
David J. Neal,
Miami Herald,
20 Mar. 2025
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After undergoing numerous tests, she was diagnosed with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and was advised to take control of her health in preparation for future attempts at pregnancy.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
People.com,
22 Mar. 2025
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Today, the state regularly makes international headlines for its controversial nuclear program and missile tests that rattle nearby countries.—
H.M.A. Leow,
JSTOR Daily,
22 Mar. 2025
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Featherstone was the first high-level producer to publicly note that the BBC has several shows stuck in a post-greenlight funding cavern, during an appearance at the UK parliamentary inquiry into high-end TV and film in January.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
21 Mar. 2025
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This is due to adding another line of credit, having a hard credit inquiry performed and lowering your average credit account age, all of which influence your credit score.—
Ashley Donohoe,
Sacramento Bee,
21 Mar. 2025
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After investigating those concerns, the office determined no new fiscal emergencies, the audit said.—
Ryan Gillespie,
Orlando Sentinel,
20 Mar. 2025
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Hoover urged Newsom to pause his most recent order until the auditor releases the report audit.—
William Melhado,
Sacramento Bee,
19 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Kip Williams' clever one-woman show adapts the classic exploration of narcissism for the digital age.—
Shania Russell,
EW.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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Infinity Natural Resources — Stock in the exploration and production company pulled back almost 3% after its fourth-quarter net income missed analysts’ estimates.—
Brian Evans,
CNBC,
28 Mar. 2025
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While Tesla may experience a bump in the United States, its CEO, Elon Musk, still faces sharp scrutiny for his outsized role in the federal government as head of the Department of Government Efficiency.—
Ramishah Maruf,
CNN Money,
29 Mar. 2025
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Golden Gate Fields — once the region’s premier track — shut down in June after 83 years amid financial losses and scrutiny over horse safety.—
Daniel Hunt,
Sacbee.com,
29 Mar. 2025
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According to one study, restricting carbohydrates may increase specific proteins in your blood that promote insulin sensitivity.—
Elizabeth Barnes,
Verywell Health,
31 Mar. 2025
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According to one study, telemedicine encounters increased 766% in the first three months of the COVID outbreak.—
Felicia Faber,
FOXNews.com,
31 Mar. 2025
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“Examination.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/examination. Accessed 4 Apr. 2025.
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