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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
Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 13 Apr. 2025
But after a week, the former model jumped to $379.99, and our Ryzen 5 test unit to $449.99.
—PC Magazine, 13 Apr. 2025
EW.com, 24 Apr. 2025
The team tested two main ideas for how Mars' valleys might have formed through precipitation: one where the planet was warm and wet, and another where ice melted temporarily at the edge of a large ice cap — representing a cold, dry climate.
—Victoria Corless, Space.com, 24 Apr. 2025
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Noun
New debut launch then targeted November, but FAA only gave launch license on Dec. 27, same day as the rocket’s first test hot fire on the pad at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station’s Space Launch Complex 36.
—Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 13 Apr. 2025
But after a week, the former model jumped to $379.99, and our Ryzen 5 test unit to $449.99.
—PC Magazine, 13 Apr. 2025
Verb
While the romantic tension initially tested her bond with Emily, the duo mended their friendship before her exit from the show.
—EW.com, 24 Apr. 2025
The team tested two main ideas for how Mars' valleys might have formed through precipitation: one where the planet was warm and wet, and another where ice melted temporarily at the edge of a large ice cap — representing a cold, dry climate.
—Victoria Corless, Space.com, 24 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for test
Noun
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There are rolling subs, no corners, 1990s MLS-style penalties, a white flag to challenge referee decisions, and a host of other experiments with the rules.—
Jordan Campbell,
New York Times,
19 Apr. 2025
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Fluorescence imaging measurements of chlorophyll concentrations showed that the photosynthetic component of D. muscorum remained undamaged throughout the experiment, while that in C. aculeata experienced a decrease in chlorophyll when exposed to X-rays.—
Elizabeth Rayne,
ArsTechnica,
19 Apr. 2025
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Their exams also found that the monkeys were 6 to 8 weeks old when they were brought to the U.S, per court documents.—
Saleen Martin,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 2025
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Dance in the kitchen at breakfast, greet the bus after school with the promise of a special treat, and celebrate mini-milestones like finishing end-of-year exams.—
Melissa Willets,
Parents,
22 Apr. 2025
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Although the La Roja hero spent the lion’s share of his competitive years in Catalunya, he’s also sampled the sport in Asia and the Middle East with Vissel Kobe (Japan) and Emirates Club (United Arab Emirates).—
Henry Flynn,
Forbes.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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The margin of sampling error for the full sample of 1,500 likely voters is plus or minus 2.5 percentage points.—
Josh Hammer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Apr. 2025
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Trump is also trying to remove Democrats from two federal labor boards, in a matter that is now before the U.S. Supreme Court.—
Pete Schroeder,
USA Today,
17 Apr. 2025
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Nico Williams will try to get Athletic Club's offensive attack going in this matchup.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Apr. 2025
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Each of those studies was itself a meta-analysis, based on an examination of data from a number of other prior independent studies.—
Emily Kay Votruba,
EverydayHealth.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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Trump did not undergo anesthesia during his examination, according to Leavitt.—
Mabinty Quarshie,
The Washington Examiner,
11 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Bade Boutique Hotel Bade Boutique Hotel is one of the best options for budget travelers looking to stretch their dollar as far as possible.—
Kaitlyn McInnis,
Forbes.com,
25 Apr. 2025
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There is a large homeless camp that stretches east along East 12th Street from 16th Avenue to past 18th Avenue in the area.—
Harry Harris,
Mercury News,
24 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The upcoming show will explore the story of Black dandyism as a sartorial declaration and a tool for pushing (and examining) social and political change, both historically and in contemporary society.—
Cortne Bonilla,
Vogue,
21 Apr. 2025
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The Justice Department is pushing for several changes, Dahlquist said on Monday during the trial.—
Patrick Maguire,
CBS News,
21 Apr. 2025
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The psychological tension deepens as Elisa and her husband Fred are scrutinized by law enforcement and media, their family strained by mounting secrets.—
Nicholas Creel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Apr. 2025
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Meanwhile, Hempstead noted that those who lose coverage due to work requirements would strain hospital systems, as uninsured people seek health care through other means, such as the emergency room or through charity care.—
Danielle J. Brown,
Baltimore Sun,
18 Apr. 2025
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“Test.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/test. Accessed 29 Apr. 2025.
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