as in knowledge
a body of facts learned by study or experience
the science of medicine grew tremendously in the course of the 19th century
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Recent Examples of science
Another man was convicted for Molseed’s murder in 2007 following advances in forensic science.
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K.j. Yossman, Variety, 17 Feb. 2026
The bachelor of science degree had the support of SCC administration and the backing of multiple organizations that could potentially hire the SCC graduates.
—Lou Ponsi, Oc Register, 17 Feb. 2026
The science behind it is never exact, though.
—Ranyechi Udemezue, Vogue, 17 Feb. 2026
There is no reliable science behind these stereotypes about kids who don't have siblings.
—Cynthia Hanson, Parents, 17 Feb. 2026
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K.j. Yossman, Variety, 17 Feb. 2026
The bachelor of science degree had the support of SCC administration and the backing of multiple organizations that could potentially hire the SCC graduates.
—Lou Ponsi, Oc Register, 17 Feb. 2026
The science behind it is never exact, though.
—Ranyechi Udemezue, Vogue, 17 Feb. 2026
There is no reliable science behind these stereotypes about kids who don't have siblings.
—Cynthia Hanson, Parents, 17 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for science
knowledge
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Once the elite athletes have been identified, they are helped to fulfil their potential in programs that utilize cutting edge knowledge, science and technology, including the functional use of psychology.—
Don Riddell,
CNN Money,
22 Feb. 2026
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Every mortgage review is based on rigorous reporting by our team of expert writers and editors with extensive knowledge of financial products.—
Kelsey Neubauer,
CNBC,
21 Feb. 2026
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“Science.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/science. Accessed 23 Feb. 2026.
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