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as in exam
a set of questions or problems designed to assess knowledge, skills, or intelligence
applicants to the prep school are required to take a demanding examination
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as in investigation
a systematic search for the truth or facts about something
an examination into the extent and causes of juvenile delinquency in the community
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as in inspection
a close look at or over someone or something in order to judge condition
even a hasty examination will tell any jeweler that that is not a real diamond
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Recent Examples of examination
Troopers seized the teen’s phone for a forensic examination and several other items which turned over to the state lab, including what allegedly appeared to be candies, a jar containing a waxy substance and a vial containing what appeared to be crushed blue pills, the warrant affidavit said.
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Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 13 June 2026
Investigators collected the remains and took them to Dallas' University of North Texas Center for Human Identification for forensic examination.
—David Chiu, PEOPLE, 12 June 2026
The album never strays from its examination of this couple.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 12 June 2026
Despite great efforts, including forensic examinations of items retrieved from the campsite, Serrao’s identity could not be determined.
—Kiara Moore, The Washington Examiner, 11 June 2026
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Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 13 June 2026
Investigators collected the remains and took them to Dallas' University of North Texas Center for Human Identification for forensic examination.
—David Chiu, PEOPLE, 12 June 2026
The album never strays from its examination of this couple.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 12 June 2026
Despite great efforts, including forensic examinations of items retrieved from the campsite, Serrao’s identity could not be determined.
—Kiara Moore, The Washington Examiner, 11 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for examination
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Nearly 2,300 people who obtained diplomas or transcripts from Noreus got licenses by passing the board exams and went on to work as nurses across the country, court documents said.—
James Cirrone,
FOXNews.com,
19 June 2026
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There will also be 24 new exam rooms, tripling the primary care exam space.—
Ashley Portillo,
CBS News,
19 June 2026
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The crash occurred during a routine developmental test mission for the B-52 Radar Modernization Program, and the cause remains under investigation, with findings potentially six months away.—
Ruyuan Li. Summary produced by AI assistance,
Sacbee.com,
18 June 2026
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The officer will remain on leave as the investigation into the police shooting continues, per the police department's policy.—
Michael Guise,
CBS News,
18 June 2026
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While the elevator was running during the inspection, the county issued a violation for an expired inspection certificate.—
Bri Buckley,
CBS News,
18 June 2026
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According to Abbott, Yuba County Environmental Health conducted the inspection after receiving a complaint about Ranch Market and found a vermin infestation that could not be immediately corrected on-site.—
Velvet Wu
June 17,
Sacbee.com,
17 June 2026
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Jeromy Smith Jeromy Douglas Smith, 32, of Rosamond, was a flight test engineer assigned to the 419th Flight Test Squadron.—
Reeti Malhotra,
Sacbee.com,
18 June 2026
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Teachers use it as a behavioral bargaining chip, administrators weigh playtime against sagging test scores and researchers argue over how best to structure the minutes.—
Cierra Morgan,
Los Angeles Times,
18 June 2026
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According to the Air Force, the Interim Safety Board assigned to investigate the crash is tasked with collecting as much information as possible and then handing it over to a Safety Investigation Board, composed of experts, that will complete the inquiry.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
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The company, which aired the UFC event live in theaters, did not immediately respond to an inquiry from USA TODAY.—
Marc Ramirez,
USA Today,
18 June 2026
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Pair that with the seasonal swap above and a quick re-audit whenever your life changes, like a new job or a move.—
Ryan Brennan,
Charlotte Observer,
19 June 2026
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Humans remain the legal and economic endpoints of responsibility, while agents take on more execution inside systems that can verify identity, constrain behavior and audit actions after the fact.—
Sean Lee,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
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This article is part of our Style of Play series, an exploration of World Cup kit culture.—
Nick Miller,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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Adding to the charm, guests are treated to a variety of authentic accommodations, including several located within national park perimeters, providing extra time for activities and exploration.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
17 June 2026
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The strikes have drawn intense scrutiny from some Democratic lawmakers and military legal scholars.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
17 June 2026
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Being in the C-suite is a high-pressure job with long hours, board responsibilities, and intense scrutiny.—
Orianna Rosa Royle,
Fortune,
17 June 2026
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“Examination.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/examination. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.
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