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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
Williamson ultimately filmed a video audition with a casting assistant.
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Victoria Edel, People.com, 3 June 2025
What was your favorite moment from the second week of AGT Season 20 auditions?
—Andy Swift, TVLine, 3 June 2025
Walk-ins will also be welcome on the day of auditions, according to the release.
—Aurora Beacon-News, Chicago Tribune, 30 May 2025
The competitive nature of the auditions sends the message that there’s always someone else willing to do the work and take your spot.
—Lynnette Nicholas, Parents, 29 May 2025
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Victoria Edel, People.com, 3 June 2025
What was your favorite moment from the second week of AGT Season 20 auditions?
—Andy Swift, TVLine, 3 June 2025
Walk-ins will also be welcome on the day of auditions, according to the release.
—Aurora Beacon-News, Chicago Tribune, 30 May 2025
The competitive nature of the auditions sends the message that there’s always someone else willing to do the work and take your spot.
—Lynnette Nicholas, Parents, 29 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for audition
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To determine the cause of your high testosterone levels, a healthcare provider will likely do a physical exam and blood tests.—
Brandi Jones,
Health,
6 June 2025
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An excellent score on the Casper exam, which evaluates situational judgment, empathy and professionalism skills.—
Kristen Moon,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2025
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The talks in Istanbul are a test of how genuine that engagement is.—
Christian Edwards,
CNN Money,
2 June 2025
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During the test, the H1 was tethered by its head for safety, a common practice during public demonstrations.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
2 June 2025
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During cross examination, Abrego Garcia’s attorneys raised questions about possible conflicts of interest.—
Travis Loller,
Los Angeles Times,
13 June 2025
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On cross examination, defense attorneys introduced evidence showing Jane expressed gratitude for Combs during the trip.—
Aaron Katersky,
ABC News,
11 June 2025
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Alcaraz, who won his fifth Grand Slam tournament in as many finals, produced one of the greatest comebacks in the history of the clay-court tournament.—
Houston Mitchell,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2025
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Then Armani returned to Argentina, played another couple of Libertadores finals, winning one with River.—
James Horncastle,
New York Times,
8 June 2025
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The students will soon take an advanced placement test with the chance to earn college credit.—
Steve Sadin,
Chicago Tribune,
8 May 2025
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Diggins recalled taking a Japanese placement test for Doshisha International School in Kyoto.—
Shreyas Laddha,
Kansas City Star,
8 May 2025
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“Audition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/audition. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.
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