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
Hoover wore a glove on his right hand for the first time this season, and his accuracy was off to start the game.
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Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Nov. 2025
New data science tools are rapidly improving the speed and accuracy of detecting slight changes.
—Matthew W. Kreuter, CNN Money, 8 Nov. 2025
The process involved blind testing of the recipes by members, tasting by their families and an editing process that strove for recipe uniformity and accuracy.
—Molly Guthrey, Twin Cities, 8 Nov. 2025
Everyday Health follows strict sourcing guidelines to ensure the accuracy of its content, outlined in our editorial policy.
—Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 7 Nov. 2025
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Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Nov. 2025
New data science tools are rapidly improving the speed and accuracy of detecting slight changes.
—Matthew W. Kreuter, CNN Money, 8 Nov. 2025
The process involved blind testing of the recipes by members, tasting by their families and an editing process that strove for recipe uniformity and accuracy.
—Molly Guthrey, Twin Cities, 8 Nov. 2025
Everyday Health follows strict sourcing guidelines to ensure the accuracy of its content, outlined in our editorial policy.
—Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 7 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for accuracy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accuracy
Noun
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Long-distance precision rises The Sentante platform uses standard guidewires and catheters linked to a sensory system that captures the surgeon’s hand movements.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
11 Nov. 2025
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Perhaps the real disappointment is that this is more of a journeyman effort from Wright than usual, without the ricocheting momentum and clockwork precision of Baby Driver or the dazzling style and enveloping mood of Last Night in Soho.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
11 Nov. 2025
Noun
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New Yorkers have always risen to critical moments—demanding not perfection, but courage and connection.—
Sally Susman,
Time,
5 Nov. 2025
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Summary Apple's premium valuation has outpaced its earnings outlook, leaving the stock priced for perfection amid rising competitive.—
Tony Zhang,
CNBC,
5 Nov. 2025
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“Accuracy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accuracy. Accessed 20 Nov. 2025.
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