1
as in correct
being in agreement with the truth or a fact or a standard
an accurate count of the number of people coming to the wedding reception
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as in true
following an original exactly
an accurate translation of the original story
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as in precise
meeting the highest standard of accuracy
an accurate thermometer accurate measurements
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Recent Examples of accurate
Please make sure your account, billing, and payment information are accurate before completing your purchase.
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Katie Decker-Jacoby,
StyleCaster,
24 June 2026
Scientists at the University of Chicago are working on AI trained to model weather which could help create better, more accurate forecasts.
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David Yeomans,
CBS News,
24 June 2026
So, in the spirit of Wilkins’ clear desire for accurate storytelling, how true is any of that?
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Marissa R. Moss,
Rolling Stone,
24 June 2026
The system can proactively reach out to customers with any potential problems and provide more accurate delivery times.
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John Kell,
Fortune,
24 June 2026
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Katie Decker-Jacoby,
StyleCaster,
24 June 2026
Scientists at the University of Chicago are working on AI trained to model weather which could help create better, more accurate forecasts.
—
David Yeomans,
CBS News,
24 June 2026
So, in the spirit of Wilkins’ clear desire for accurate storytelling, how true is any of that?
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Marissa R. Moss,
Rolling Stone,
24 June 2026
The system can proactively reach out to customers with any potential problems and provide more accurate delivery times.
—
John Kell,
Fortune,
24 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for accurate
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accurate
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The respondent, the lower court winner, argues that the lower court decision was correct and should be affirmed.
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Trump is correct that retail gas prices have been slow to come down.
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From viral Aldi Finds to tried-and-true products shoppers love to tell their friends about, people love the thrill of discovering something new here.
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That rugged access is part of the appeal for buyers seeking a true escape rather than a weekend cabin with neighbors in sight.
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The bottle even features a pointed nozzle for a precise, mess-free application.
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The more precise and thoughtful your feedback, the more useful the AI’s output will become.
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Olivia Rodrigo’s graphic T-shirts, sheer dresses, and keen eye for spotting the season’s hottest best shoes and accessories make her one of the best, effortless styles around.
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Carr was viewed by NBA scouts as athletic with his 42½-inch vertical leap and as having a good jump shot.
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To create authentic posts, users must leverage AI as a personalized writing partner.
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Stay true to your authentic expression when the Scorpio moon challenges Mars.
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The musical metaphor is particularly apt because gravitational waves oscillate much like sound waves, allowing researchers to analyze them with many of the same mathematical tools.
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Set in Chicago, Proof centers on Catherine (Edebiri), a mathematical genius who struggles with mental illness, just as her father, Robert (Cheadle), also a brilliant mathematician, did before his death.
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Police did not immediately have an exact count of how many officers were injured.
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Treinen underwent imaging, but Roberts did not have his exact diagnosis.
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Just be careful not to add water, since even tiny amounts can cause melted chocolate to turn into a grainy, clumpy mess.
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Ultimately, the widespread adoption of AI for mental health constitutes a global experiment with both potential benefits and serious downsides that require careful management.
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“Accurate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accurate. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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