1
as in investigation
the separation and identification of the parts of a whole
investigators took the mysterious powder to the lab for analysis
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2
as in commentary
a series of explanations or observations on something (as an event)
gave a thorough analysis of the main character's motives
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Recent Examples of analysis
After the bill's tax and spending cuts, an analysis by the Penn Wharton Budget Model found, the poorest fifth of American households earning less than $17,000 a year would see their incomes drop by $820 next year.
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Arkansas Online, 8 June 2025
Our opposition and analysis ensured that the court received a complete and accurate record of the facts.
—Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 8 June 2025
The brand also prominently lists their certificate of analysis on their website, a major bonus for users who appreciate transparency.
—Brianna Peters, Vogue, 8 June 2025
Trump has been a consistent theme in ads across both parties, as the analysis found the president has been mentioned in 70% of all broadcast spots aired.
—Annabella Rosciglione, The Washington Examiner, 7 June 2025
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Arkansas Online, 8 June 2025
Our opposition and analysis ensured that the court received a complete and accurate record of the facts.
—Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 8 June 2025
The brand also prominently lists their certificate of analysis on their website, a major bonus for users who appreciate transparency.
—Brianna Peters, Vogue, 8 June 2025
Trump has been a consistent theme in ads across both parties, as the analysis found the president has been mentioned in 70% of all broadcast spots aired.
—Annabella Rosciglione, The Washington Examiner, 7 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for analysis
Noun
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Lately, Gaines’ commentary has included spotlighting and vilifying transgender children and teens for their involvement in women’s and girls’ sports.—
Caroline Price,
Forbes.com,
7 June 2025
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Editor’s Note: The views expressed in this commentary are solely those of the writer.—
Milad Haghani,
CNN Money,
6 June 2025
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Though an agreement was made in March of 2021 to extend the treaty, after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February of 2022 and Russia’s subsequent refusal to submit to on-site inspections several months later, Moscow officially stopped participating in the treaty the following February.—
Natasha Lindstaedt,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
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Quotas for onsite inspections have risen from 5% to 20% of applicants.—
Niamh Rowe,
Quartz,
28 May 2025
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Representatives for Wilton Rancheria had not responded to requests for comment, as of publication.—
Annika Merrilees,
Sacbee.com,
5 June 2025
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Claude and Brian's ex-wife Julie McKnight have not responded to PEOPLE's requests for comment.—
Ilana Kaplan,
People.com,
4 June 2025
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Fines range from $35 to more than $500, not including additional court costs and assessments, according to Shouse California Law Group.—
Angela Rodriguez,
Sacbee.com,
5 June 2025
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Researchers for the new study noted that previous studies included regimented balanced diet plans for the participants, which may not be an accurate assessment of people’s everyday habits.—
Charna Flam,
People.com,
5 June 2025
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The latter two in particular are emblematic of Hayes’ examination of her broader player pool, with both stepping into more important roles given positional absences.—
Jeff Rueter,
New York Times,
1 June 2025
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Closer examination reveals tensions that are more subtle but no less profound.—
Jonathon Keats,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
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The swimmer, later identified as Sean Barton, a visitor from New Mexico, received initial treatment at the scene before being transported to a nearby hospital for further evaluation.—
Evan Moore,
Charlotte Observer,
29 May 2025
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After the plane landed safely, Priester was removed by Connecticut State Police and taken by ambulance to a local hospital for evaluation before he was arrested and charged.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
29 May 2025
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Most felt the series was an entertainingly scathing, darkly funny dissection of the rich and their ridiculous, unhappy lives.—
Nina Metz,
Chicago Tribune,
28 May 2025
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In lab research, one potential concern is performing live dissections, once known as vivisection, without anesthetics or analgesics.—
Bob Fischer,
The Conversation,
4 Apr. 2025
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“Analysis.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/analysis. Accessed 12 Jun. 2025.
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