1
as in analyzing
to identify and examine the basic elements or parts of (something) especially for discovering interrelationships
the company assayed a sample of the rock to see if it contained gold in quantities worth mining
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2
as in trying
to make an effort to do
assaying the task of writing his autobiography
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for assaying
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Researchers analyzing ancient cuneiform tablets recently unveiled a 4,000-year-old beer receipt — offering a rare glimpse into Mesopotamian beer culture.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
31 May 2026 -
The job will become less and less transactional and more and more strategic in problem-solving, forecasting, analyzing problems, and identifying opportunities to optimize.—
Steve Banker,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
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Danny is, once again, drinking and trying to hide it.—
Brian Moylan,
Vulture,
4 June 2026
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The Knicks are trying to win their first NBA title since 1973, while the Spurs last ruled the NBA in 2014.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
4 June 2026
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Not just beat reporters, mind you, but fan sites, Substacks, podcasts and YouTube channels, all of which spend eight months dissecting every name at every position — a media climate befitting modern college football.—
Stewart Mandel,
New York Times,
13 May 2026
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Teams spent several months scouting, interviewing, dissecting each player’s physical skills and character before the draft.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
25 Apr. 2026
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Ishtayeh was attempting to cross from the West Bank to Israel.—
Samy Magdy,
Los Angeles Times,
1 June 2026
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Jordan Kutzner singled to left to keep the Sundevils’ hopes alive, but he was thrown out by Kroning while attempting to steal second base.—
Rick Hoff,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
31 May 2026
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Shah’s closest ally (and the person most willing to call Shah on his lies to himself and others) is his cousin Zulfi, a gigantic character who Khan energizes with fast-talking charm, sarcastic asides, and an assessing glare that can cut through anyone’s defenses.—
Joe Reid,
Vulture,
29 May 2026
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Start your disaster preparation by assessing your property for potential vulnerable areas.—
Jennifer Borresen,
USA Today,
29 May 2026
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The multi-million dollar production process on this asset alone showcases the level of detail that Xbox is striving to achieve with this game, according to Activision chief marketing officer Tyler Bahl.—
Jennifer Maas,
Variety,
28 May 2026
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As for the Cavaliers, their partnership with The Realest involves both organizations striving to achieve two goals.—
Mark Medina,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2026
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Since arriving in Atlanta, conservators at Center for Puppetry Arts have been closely examining the nearly 900-pound figure to determine what restoration work may be needed before Kermit returns to public display.—
Brian Unger,
CBS News,
1 June 2026
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Investigators in Chicago are examining issues connected to that left-leaning nonprofit organization American Future Republic, which Hoffman is listed as the president over, according to Influence Watch.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
31 May 2026
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“Assaying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/assaying. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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