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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
Head to the second floor to visit the Registry Room (also known as the Great Hall), where some 5,000 people once filed through each day for legal and medical examinations.
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Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 20 Feb. 2026
Unfortunately, once the law is involved, a crime has to be reported, setting in motion a chain of events that are extremely upsetting to the old lady, starting with an intrusive internal examination.
—Damon Wise, Deadline, 19 Feb. 2026
Those risk factors include low reproduction rates (examination of ovaries suggests low reproductive capacity) and the fact that its early life stages occur in shallow waters.
—Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 19 Feb. 2026
Other politicians have made a concerted effort to curtail examinations of American history over the past several years.
—Adam Harris, The Atlantic, 19 Feb. 2026
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Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 20 Feb. 2026
Unfortunately, once the law is involved, a crime has to be reported, setting in motion a chain of events that are extremely upsetting to the old lady, starting with an intrusive internal examination.
—Damon Wise, Deadline, 19 Feb. 2026
Those risk factors include low reproduction rates (examination of ovaries suggests low reproductive capacity) and the fact that its early life stages occur in shallow waters.
—Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 19 Feb. 2026
Other politicians have made a concerted effort to curtail examinations of American history over the past several years.
—Adam Harris, The Atlantic, 19 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for examination
Noun
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In trying to show the scope of the exam, the medical drama takes liberties in its completion time.—
Senior Television,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Feb. 2026
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This exam enables the doctor to detect early signs of these diseases and prescribe appropriate treatments at their earliest stages.—
Mark Ryan,
The Orlando Sentinel,
20 Feb. 2026
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The administration has since indicated that McDonald would instead report to the deputy attorney general -- like all other division heads -- though his confirmation hearing left open many questions about exactly what role Vance will have in overseeing investigations and prosecutions.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
26 Feb. 2026
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As the investigation moves toward its fifth week, Kotb is set to keep that support flowing.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
26 Feb. 2026
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According to a statement from American Airlines, the plane was undergoing a routine inspection in Medellín when the damage to the aircraft was found.—
Jay Blackman,
NBC news,
25 Feb. 2026
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Bring proof of insurance and any required inspection documentation.—
Marley Malenfant,
Austin American Statesman,
25 Feb. 2026
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There's also a newer blood test for adults 45 or older.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
26 Feb. 2026
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More than 73% of AP test takers in the district are Black or Hispanic, Coleman added.—
Teresa Liu,
Daily News,
25 Feb. 2026
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The backstory Founded in 1941 by British mystic Edwin John Dingle—better known as Ding Le Mei—the Mentalphysics Spiritual Teaching and Retreat Center was conceived as a sanctuary for spiritual inquiry and mental well-being.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 Feb. 2026
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Then came the unprecedented announcement last week that Buckingham Palace was ready to cooperate in the event of a police inquiry into Mountbatten-Windsor’s links to Epstein.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
19 Feb. 2026
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An internal audit uncovered purchases that did not match the residents' needs, police said.—
Shelley Bortz,
CBS News,
21 Feb. 2026
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Democratic lawmakers, though, counter that the audit violates the state constitution’s separation of powers.—
Lance Reynolds,
Boston Herald,
21 Feb. 2026
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For tea lovers, Nijiri offers afternoon tea courses that incorporate elements of traditional Japanese tea ceremony, creating moments of calm amid the exploration of flavors.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
26 Feb. 2026
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The series is equal parts sweeping romance and searing exploration of fame and family in the social media age.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
25 Feb. 2026
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Trump, who has faced scrutiny over his own ties to Epstein and may be uncomfortable with the precedent of forcing a former president to testify, has expressed rare concern for the Clintons.—
STEVEN SLOAN THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
Arkansas Online,
26 Feb. 2026
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The company has faced scrutiny nationwide for its scale and the ease with which outside agencies and individuals can access sensitive, private data.—
Ryan Macasero,
Mercury News,
26 Feb. 2026
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“Examination.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/examination. Accessed 27 Feb. 2026.
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