as in test
a procedure or operation carried out to resolve an uncertainty
people who oppose experimentations involving animals for the testing of cosmetics intended for humans
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Recent Examples of experimentation
Pearlized was developed in partnership with David Franklin, a two-time Arts/Industry resident and Kohler MakerSpace artist — programs that uniquely reflect Kohler’s commitment to craft, experimentation and creative exchange.
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Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 7 May 2026
Cartoon Network later gave birth to the post-prime-time programming of Adult Swim, which evolved into a groundbreaking laboratory for comedic experimentation, animated and otherwise.
—Josef Adalian, Vulture, 7 May 2026
Encouraging experimentation Because of its shorter cycle time, the machine also lends itself to experimentation.
—New Atlas, 5 May 2026
Ambrose loves the sensual, tactile elements of quilting and experimentation.
—Sandra Guzman, USA Today, 4 May 2026
What began with limited production has developed into a space for broader experimentation in and concept.
—Kansas City Star, 4 May 2026
My goal is to very intentionally move forward with experimentation, but with clear guardrails and a strong focus on trust and creative partnership.
—Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 1 May 2026
According to Landini, further experimentation will continue throughout 2026 across the country.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 1 May 2026
Additional series—including Putti, Ikebana, Persians, Venetians, Cylinders and Rotolo—demonstrate the artist’s technical experimentation and evolving visual language.
—Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 30 Apr. 2026
Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 7 May 2026
Cartoon Network later gave birth to the post-prime-time programming of Adult Swim, which evolved into a groundbreaking laboratory for comedic experimentation, animated and otherwise.
—Josef Adalian, Vulture, 7 May 2026
Encouraging experimentation Because of its shorter cycle time, the machine also lends itself to experimentation.
—New Atlas, 5 May 2026
Ambrose loves the sensual, tactile elements of quilting and experimentation.
—Sandra Guzman, USA Today, 4 May 2026
What began with limited production has developed into a space for broader experimentation in and concept.
—Kansas City Star, 4 May 2026
My goal is to very intentionally move forward with experimentation, but with clear guardrails and a strong focus on trust and creative partnership.
—Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 1 May 2026
According to Landini, further experimentation will continue throughout 2026 across the country.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 1 May 2026
Additional series—including Putti, Ikebana, Persians, Venetians, Cylinders and Rotolo—demonstrate the artist’s technical experimentation and evolving visual language.
—Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 30 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for experimentation
Noun
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Inexpensive test kits are available online or at garden centers.—
Donna Vickroy,
Chicago Tribune,
14 May 2026
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The Great Big Game Show is one of the newest attractions on International Drive, giving friends, co-workers, couples and families a chance to go head to head in tests of skill, luck, strategy and knowledge.—
Patrick Connolly,
The Orlando Sentinel,
14 May 2026
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Science highlights among the cargo are experiments named ODYSSEY (Outcomes of microbial Dynamics during Spaceflight and in SimulatEd microgravity), STORIE (Storm Time O+ Ring current Imaging Evolution) and SPARK (Spleen Activity in Space Anemia and Red Cells Kinetics).—
Richard Tribou,
The Orlando Sentinel,
12 May 2026
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On March 9, the brand debuted its first-ever physical flagship store globally, choosing Houston as the launchpad for a massive 32,000-square-foot retail experiment.—
Lucy Jones
May 12,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
12 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Experimentation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/experimentation. Accessed 14 May. 2026.
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