probations

noun

Definition of probationsnext
plural of probation
as in investigations
a systematic search for the truth or facts about something a candidate for the priesthood must be able to withstand an intense probation of his personal character

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  1. investigations
  2. inquiries
  3. explorations
Noun
  • Cruise will now need to cooperate with government investigations, implement a Safety Compliance Program, and provide annual reports to the US Attorney’s Office.
    Will McCurdy, PCMAG, 16 Nov. 2024
  • Williams’ death has never been publicly reported and there are no records of on-the-job investigations at the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment or the state Department of Public Health and Environment.
    Noelle Phillips, The Denver Post, 15 Nov. 2024
Definition of investigations
Noun
  • The firm told The Associated Press there was a large number of inquiries among potential bidders.
    Erik Ortiz, NBC News, 13 Nov. 2024
  • The company is facing several legal proceedings and government investigations, including a federal securities class action lawsuit and inquiries from the SEC, USAO, and FTC.
    Quartz Bot, Quartz, 12 Nov. 2024
Definition of inquiries
Noun
  • Asia Now remains committed to this mission by continually evolving our curatorial platform, focusing not just on geographical representation, but also on thematic explorations, such as this year’s focus on rituals and ceremonies under the guidance of Nicolas Bourriaud.
    Y-Jean Mun-Delsalle, Forbes, 18 Oct. 2024
  • Beck Beck pays homage to memories spent at sea and is inspired by shapes such as masks from early underwater explorations and dazzling sand patterns.
    Daisy Shaw-Ellis, Vogue, 17 Oct. 2024
Definition of explorations
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