as in precision
the quality or state of being very accurate
obviously, with brain surgery the accuracy of the incision is incredibly important
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Recent Examples of accuracy
Despite criticism over opaque and deceptive practices, prediction markets’ election favorites won most of the time, a Washington Post analysis found; more liquid in betting markets improves their accuracy, economists told CNN, but could carry negative social costs.
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Brendan Ruberry,
semafor.com,
23 June 2026
Certain information has been provided by and/or is based on third party sources and, although such information is believed to be reliable, no representation is made with respect to the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of such information.
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Katie Stockton,
CNBC,
22 June 2026
The accuracy and touch on the shot is something few players in the world would be capable of pulling off.
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Steven Johnson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
22 June 2026
Our focus was stability, accuracy and protection of taxpayer information.
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Paula Wethington,
CBS News,
22 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for accuracy
Brendan Ruberry,
semafor.com,
23 June 2026
Certain information has been provided by and/or is based on third party sources and, although such information is believed to be reliable, no representation is made with respect to the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of such information.
—
Katie Stockton,
CNBC,
22 June 2026
The accuracy and touch on the shot is something few players in the world would be capable of pulling off.
—
Steven Johnson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
22 June 2026
Our focus was stability, accuracy and protection of taxpayer information.
—
Paula Wethington,
CBS News,
22 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for accuracy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accuracy
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Digital computers force all information processing into discrete, high-precision, clocked steps, with billions or trillions of bits flipped every second.
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Their chemistry grounds every emotional turn of the film, balancing comedy, heartbreak, and tenderness with confidence and precision.
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By evening, honor progress over perfection.
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But the stock had been priced for near perfection at the height of the technology bubble.
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“Accuracy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accuracy. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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