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
Given the fact the PGA of America opted not to employ the 'preferred lies' rule given the recent rain, that puts an even greater emphasis on accuracy off the tee.
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Kendall Capps, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 May 2025
Then, the team researched the poem’s time period and each poets’ personal history to ensure their accuracy.
—Marlowe Starling, CNN Money, 14 May 2025
Set in the 1870s, the production recreated the city of Vitoria’s old quarters with meticulous attention to historical accuracy, featuring Antonio de la Torre in a major starring role.
—Jamie Lang, Variety, 14 May 2025
But none of those accuracy mistakes compared to Texas’ baserunning blunder in the seventh inning.
—Matt Byrne, Arkansas Online, 3 May 2025
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Kendall Capps, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 May 2025
Then, the team researched the poem’s time period and each poets’ personal history to ensure their accuracy.
—Marlowe Starling, CNN Money, 14 May 2025
Set in the 1870s, the production recreated the city of Vitoria’s old quarters with meticulous attention to historical accuracy, featuring Antonio de la Torre in a major starring role.
—Jamie Lang, Variety, 14 May 2025
But none of those accuracy mistakes compared to Texas’ baserunning blunder in the seventh inning.
—Matt Byrne, Arkansas Online, 3 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for accuracy
Noun
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As anticipation swelled, the Vatican's Swiss Guards made a ceremonial appearance, marching into the square with precision.—
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 May 2025
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The knitting needles are high-quality, sharp and work well for precision work and delicate knitting projects.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
9 May 2025
Noun
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The lightweight serum transforms dull, frizzy strands into glossy perfection.—
Allure Editors,
Allure,
13 May 2025
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With his signature blend of mischief and insight, Perry probes the elusive ideals of authenticity, the allure of perfection, and the ever-shifting identity of the artist.—
Lee Sharrock,
Forbes.com,
13 May 2025
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“Accuracy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accuracy. Accessed 20 May. 2025.
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