as in analysis
the separation and identification of the parts of a whole
a minutely detailed anatomy of the "perfect crime"
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Recent Examples of anatomy
While nearly every combatant depicted on the mosaic appeared fully clothed and bearded, an individual chasing a leopard stood out for both their garments and physical anatomy.
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Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 1 Apr. 2026
Their movements were driven by anatomy and physics, not by anything resembling internal control.
—IEEE Spectrum, 31 Mar. 2026
Its anatomy is unusual even compared to related snails.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 30 Mar. 2026
Rather than applying the same treatment to everyone, the system adjusts sound waves to match an individual’s anatomy, aiming to work with the natural structure of the sinus cavities rather than a one-size-fits-all approach.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 25 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for anatomy
Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 1 Apr. 2026
Their movements were driven by anatomy and physics, not by anything resembling internal control.
—IEEE Spectrum, 31 Mar. 2026
Its anatomy is unusual even compared to related snails.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 30 Mar. 2026
Rather than applying the same treatment to everyone, the system adjusts sound waves to match an individual’s anatomy, aiming to work with the natural structure of the sinus cavities rather than a one-size-fits-all approach.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 25 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for anatomy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for anatomy
Noun
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To blame the state for global economic shifts is a convenient political narrative, but a poor economic analysis.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Apr. 2026
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Get the facts behind the news, plus analysis from multiple perspectives.—
The Week US,
TheWeek,
11 Apr. 2026
Noun
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But understanding the Pioneers’ breathtaking run requires a deeper examination of the scene.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
13 Apr. 2026
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Both individuals were taken to a local hospital for a full examination.—
Toria Sheffield,
PEOPLE,
13 Apr. 2026
Noun
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After learning of the criminal investigation in 2022, King attempted to obstruct justice by deleting online records, prosecutors alleged in court documents.—
Kate Armanini,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Apr. 2026
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During the eight-month investigation, HBPD detectives began communicating with him, where an agent posed as a woman babysitting a 4-year-old girl, according to prosecutors.—
Julie Sharp,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
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“Anatomy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/anatomy. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026.
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