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as in experiment
a procedure or operation carried out to resolve an uncertainty
will need to run some tests on the blood sample to rule out blood poisoning
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as in exam
a set of questions or problems designed to assess knowledge, skills, or intelligence
applicants for the cashier's position must first take a simple math test
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as in to sample
to put (something) to a test
please test this sample for the presence of lead
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as in to try
to subject (a personal quality or faculty) to often excessive stress
all of these unnecessary questions are testing my patience
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Recent Examples of test
David Shepardson, USA TODAY, 21 Jan. 2025
The most recent national test scores reveal declining math scores, with nine-year-olds down 7 points from 2020 to 2022 and thirteen-year-olds down 9 points from 2020 to 2023.
—Sara Schapiro, Forbes, 21 Jan. 2025
Lauren Carpenter, USA TODAY, 18 Jan. 2025
Katy Perry, in the midst of a rebrand, tested out the look in a three-piece set from Artemisi.
—Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 18 Jan. 2025
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Noun
Biden's order required developers of AI systems that pose risks to U.S. national security, the economy, public health or safety to share the results of safety tests with the U.S. government, in line with the Defense Production Act, before they were released to the public.
—David Shepardson, USA TODAY, 21 Jan. 2025
The most recent national test scores reveal declining math scores, with nine-year-olds down 7 points from 2020 to 2022 and thirteen-year-olds down 9 points from 2020 to 2023.
—Sara Schapiro, Forbes, 21 Jan. 2025
Verb
To test his invention, the founder installed two sleeves in front of a famous marina restaurant for free.
—Lauren Carpenter, USA TODAY, 18 Jan. 2025
Katy Perry, in the midst of a rebrand, tested out the look in a three-piece set from Artemisi.
—Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 18 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for test
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Although the scientists had notified dozens of countries, including Russia, in advance of their high-altitude scientific experiment, the information never made its way to Russia’s radar technicians.—
Laura Kiniry,
Smithsonian Magazine,
25 Jan. 2025
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This hour-long duet started as a brief thought experiment joining two powerhouse performers who’ve long been staples of Chicago’s DIY dance scene.—
Lauren Warnecke,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Jan. 2025
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The most recent exam was administered in early 2024 in every state, testing fourth- and eighth-grade students on their math and reading skills.—
Bradford Betz,
Fox News,
29 Jan. 2025
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The national exam results also show growing inequality: While the highest-performing students have started to regain lost ground, lower-performing students are falling further behind.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
29 Jan. 2025
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Fans can also sample the ice cream by the scoop or pint at all Graeter's shops.—
Erin Clack,
People.com,
25 Jan. 2025
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Preparations through Monday and Tuesday included a seat fitting and sampling Ferrari’s simulator, giving Hamilton a chance to feel, at least virtually, how his new car would perform.—
Luke Smith,
The Athletic,
25 Jan. 2025
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In a lopsided sport where two-thirds of the teams aren’t actively trying to win and most of the other ones aren’t smart enough to win, the Dodgers have moved far and away beyond everybody.—
Bill Plaschke,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Jan. 2025
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Trump is not afraid to use the country's huge store of energy reserves to power growth, especially in areas where the U.S. is trying to secure global dominance.—
Garth Friesen,
Forbes,
23 Jan. 2025
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TikTok is not the first technology company with Chinese ties to face intense regulatory examination in Washington.—
Meaghan Tobin,
New York Times,
18 Jan. 2025
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Velasquez also remains out of jail custody, which has been his status since Bocanegra granted him $1 million bail and monitored release after a November 2022 preliminary examination that advanced his case toward trial.—
Robert Salonga,
The Mercury News,
18 Jan. 2025
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His reporting on billionaires has stretched from America's largest cardboard box factory to Donald Trump's ...—
Chase Peterson-Withorn,
Forbes,
19 Jan. 2025
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That, in turn, now allows the Pixel Watch 3 to stretch in some new directions.—
Sheena Vasani,
The Verge,
18 Jan. 2025
Verb
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But does Cecil push too hard and will a breakup ensue?—
Jeff Spry,
Space.com,
27 Jan. 2025
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Still another worry: A recent rise in long-term interest rates – partly due to inflation fears - that have pushed up consumer and business borrowing costs.—
Paul Davidson,
USA TODAY,
27 Jan. 2025
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Flagsticks leaned like willows, straining to hold their ground.—
Bryce Miller,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 Jan. 2025
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The quality of mercy is tough to measure, but the quantity of mercy has not been strained in Washington recently.—
Belinda Luscombe,
TIME,
23 Jan. 2025
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“Test.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/test. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.
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