as in investigation
a systematic search for the truth or facts about something
a candidate for the priesthood must be able to withstand an intense probation of his personal character
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Recent Examples of probation
Federal probation officials set a guidelines range of about six to seven years.
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Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 30 Oct. 2025
McDowell said there would be no bond for Ferguson for the probation violation.
—Kevin Grasha, Cincinnati Enquirer, 30 Oct. 2025
In September 2025, Judge Wendy Epstein sentenced him to time served and continued his probation.
—Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 28 Oct. 2025
One of the terms of probation was not to contact his ex-girlfriend.
—David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 26 Oct. 2025
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Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 30 Oct. 2025
McDowell said there would be no bond for Ferguson for the probation violation.
—Kevin Grasha, Cincinnati Enquirer, 30 Oct. 2025
In September 2025, Judge Wendy Epstein sentenced him to time served and continued his probation.
—Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 28 Oct. 2025
One of the terms of probation was not to contact his ex-girlfriend.
—David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 26 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for probation
Noun
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The investigation remains ongoing.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
8 Nov. 2025
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Detectives asked anyone with information regarding Randall’s whereabouts or details relevant to the homicide investigation to call the Police Department at 916-714-5115.—
Rosalio Ahumada,
Sacbee.com,
7 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Cowley ends his examination of the postwar cultural situation on a note of doubt, not least about the changing status and nature of literary criticism.—
Michael Gorra,
The Atlantic,
4 Nov. 2025
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The helicopter was recovered and retained for further examination.—
Rosalio Ahumada,
Sacbee.com,
4 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Newsweek contacted the Department of Justice for comment on Saturday via media inquiry form outside of regular office hours.—
James Bickerton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Oct. 2025
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Several other board members also did not reply to AP inquiries.—
Bill Barrow,
Fortune,
25 Oct. 2025
Noun
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More than half of the island is protected by national parks, with the Virgin Islands National Park covering nearly two-thirds of its terrain—an open invitation to hiking, beachcombing, and mindful exploration.—
Essence,
Essence,
7 Nov. 2025
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Each troll has a name and a story that encourages nature exploration and ultimately finding ways to protect the earth.—
Khadejeh Nikouyeh,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Nov. 2025
Noun
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These are Logan Paulsen and his wife Kelly’s rescue dogs, all different ages and sizes, all at the door of their comfortable northern Virginia home to greet his students for another day of film study and training.—
Jourdan Rodrigue,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
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Although further studies – such as carbon dating – are needed to determine its exact age, the team estimated the crater’s formation period by analyzing its geological structure and the extent of erosion.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
25 Oct. 2025
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“Probation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/probation. Accessed 8 Nov. 2025.
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