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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
Ali Faccenda, Travel + Leisure, 31 Jan. 2025
New test scores reveal:Kids' reading, math skills are worsening.
—Kayla Jimenez, USA TODAY, 31 Jan. 2025
Brian Steinberg, Variety, 31 Jan. 2025
Some of the projectiles were tested alone, while others were weighted with end masses.
—Ars Technica, 31 Jan. 2025
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Noun
Shoppers have put them to the test and praised their durability.
—Ali Faccenda, Travel + Leisure, 31 Jan. 2025
New test scores reveal:Kids' reading, math skills are worsening.
—Kayla Jimenez, USA TODAY, 31 Jan. 2025
Verb
The famous space explorer takes to roaming the earth in an effort to test out the effectiveness of satellites that help boost Verizon’s network.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 31 Jan. 2025
Some of the projectiles were tested alone, while others were weighted with end masses.
—Ars Technica, 31 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for test
Noun
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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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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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Every two years, a representative sampling of fourth graders and eighth graders in the United States takes the NAEP exam, which offers a snapshot of students’ math and reading progress.—
Jacob Turcotte,
The Christian Science Monitor,
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
Verb
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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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Put your hands and arms on unbroken ice, and use available tools to try to pull yourself up.—
Don Sweeney,
Sacramento Bee,
23 Jan. 2025
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For example, a close examination of the retina can reveal early signs of diabetes or high blood pressure.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
31 Jan. 2025
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The Real Housewives franchise started as a modest examination into the absurdities of the quotidian lives of the upper class — a little bit Desperate Housewives, a little bit Laguna Beach, with a lot of glam in between.—
Shamira Ibrahim,
Vulture,
27 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Among those 2 million workers were some 11,500 air-traffic controllers who have been stretched thin for years, often working overtime and battling burnout.—
Allison Morrow,
CNN,
31 Jan. 2025
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Companies need to encourage all their employees and applicants to stretch their boundaries, learn new skills and prepare themselves for the jobs of the future.—
Phillip Molnar,
The Mercury News,
31 Jan. 2025
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If adopted, the legislative changes — pushed by House Speaker Daniel Perez and Senate President Ben Albritton — would render DeSantis virtually powerless over immigration enforcement in Florida.—
Ana Ceballos,
Miami Herald,
27 Jan. 2025
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The order specifically called out the Biden administration for its involvement in pushing DEI initiatives in the federal government.—
Jackson Walker,
Baltimore Sun,
27 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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Flagsticks leaned like willows, straining to hold their ground.—
Bryce Miller,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 Jan. 2025
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“Test.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/test. Accessed 5 Feb. 2025.
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