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
Because accuracy is only one piece of what makes an experience effective.
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Keshav Agrawal, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Not only did this preserve the accuracy of interpretation, but digital technology opened new possibilities.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 8 Sep. 2025
While the bottle curls mirror the historical, that’s where the accuracy ends.
—Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 2 Sep. 2025
Rodgers' throws during training left even a veteran like Clark marveling at the mechanics, velocity, and accuracy.
—Cecil Merkerson Iii, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Aug. 2025
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Keshav Agrawal, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Not only did this preserve the accuracy of interpretation, but digital technology opened new possibilities.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 8 Sep. 2025
While the bottle curls mirror the historical, that’s where the accuracy ends.
—Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 2 Sep. 2025
Rodgers' throws during training left even a veteran like Clark marveling at the mechanics, velocity, and accuracy.
—Cecil Merkerson Iii, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Aug. 2025
See All Example Sentences for accuracy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accuracy
Noun
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In the signature blue and black team hues, the apparel range will embody speed, precision and style whilst also meeting the physical and athletic demands for the drivers, engineers and pit crew.—
Kanika Talwar,
Footwear News,
2 Sep. 2025
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On the runway, the forms alternate between architectural precision and fluid sensuality, with Scott often layering handwoven crochet against crisp suiting or transparent knits, collapsing binaries between resort wear and luxury evening.—
Skylar Mitchell,
Essence,
2 Sep. 2025
Noun
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In another section, male nudes celebrate the body with an ode to classic perfection, enhancing strength and symmetry through a refined use of light and composition.—
Andrea Onate,
Footwear News,
3 Sep. 2025
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Audiences, especially the younger ones, are done with perfection.—
Leeron Walter,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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“Accuracy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accuracy. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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