audition

noun

Definition of auditionnext
as in exam
a short performance to show the talents of someone (such as an actor or a musician) who is being considered for a role in a play, a position in an orchestra, etc. Auditions will be held next week for the spring musical. He went to an audition for a new TV show.

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Recent Examples of audition Is there an audition tape or an audition that has really stuck with you? — Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 6 Nov. 2026 After breakout roles in Marvel’s WandaVision and Netflix’s They Cloned Tyrone, Parris has risen the ranks of leading ladies in this town and clearly caught the eyes of producers and execs for this film after impressive audition for the role. — Justin Kroll, Deadline, 5 Nov. 2026 The book is a rich and lyrical telling of her childhood as the daughter of a dynasty of Manhattan wine sellers; her days on the New York City club scene of the late ’90s; her culinary studies, acting auditions, and restaurant jobs; and more. — Tarajia Morrell, Vogue, 4 Nov. 2026 Where, normally, pro dancers are sought out by the show’s talent scouts, ever on the hunt for rising stars in the world of dance, Zaikman’s audition process was broadcast for the whole world to see. — Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 2 Nov. 2026 See All Example Sentences for audition
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  1. exam
  2. test
  3. examination
  4. final
  5. placement test
Noun
  • Along with treatment for eligible accidents and illnesses, the policy covers veterinary exam fees, hereditary and congenital conditions, dental diseases, behavioral issues and alternative therapies.
    — Matt Richardson, CBS News, 10 Nov. 2026
  • The judge also appointed Dr ⁠Amie Gerodimos, ​a forensic psychiatrist, to conduct an independent psychiatric exam of Markle ​and to render a diagnosis of his condition with a finding on his mental fitness to stand trial.
    — CNN Money, CNN Money, 10 Nov. 2026
Definition of exam
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  • The two tests indicate that Pyongyang is working on dispersal warheads for both tactical ballistic missiles and strategic cruise missiles.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 3 Nov. 2026
  • APIs allow researchers to automate prompts, standardize experiments, collect responses and large volumes of data, as well as test models at scale, making results easier to compare and reproduce.
    — Katie McQue, NPR, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of test
Noun
  • Under Prudence’s examination, Morgan explains that Carla wasn’t present for most of Zephyr’s development, which took place largely in Palo Alto.
    — Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 13 Nov. 2026
  • The third vehicle has since been seized and is undergoing forensic examination, according to police.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 13 Nov. 2026
Definition of examination
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  • Haim reflected on her high school flag football career ending after helping lead El Camino Real to last year’s CIF Open Division final.
    — Ethan Hanson, Daily News, 11 Nov. 2026
  • MetLife Stadium, the home of the New York Jets and New York Giants, was graded as the potential host for the final, the same site as the final of the 2026 World Cup.
    — PJ Green, Kansas City Star, 11 Nov. 2026
Definition of final
Noun
  • After taking placement tests, Christopher was enrolled in second grade and Mateo in fourth.
    — New York Times, New York Times, 26 May 2026
  • Within about five months of taking the noncredit ESL classes, a professor encouraged her to take the placement test and move into English coursework for credits.
    — Lou Ponsi, Oc Register, 15 May 2026
Definition of placement test

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“Audition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/audition. Accessed 14 Nov. 2026.

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