CROSS-EXAMINATIONS Synonyms: 40 Similar Words

cross-examinations

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plural of cross-examination

as in challenges

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Noun

The Georgia case is one of several legal challenges confronting the NCAA over the transition to its new eligibility system.

— Zachary Bynum, CBS News, 7 Aug. 2026
This article is part of The Times’ equity reporting initiative, funded by the James Irvine Foundation, exploring the challenges facing low-income workers and the efforts being made to address California’s economic divide.

— Audrey McGlinchy, Los Angeles Times, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of challenges

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Much existing research has had to rely on estimating which tasks could potentially be accomplished by AI, or indirect surveys rather than actual spending or usage records.

— Sebastian Herrera, Fortune, 8 Aug. 2026
The committee’s valuations rest heavily on surveys in which surgeons estimate their own operating time.

— Geri Stengel, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of surveys

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By some estimates, one of which was cited in the ruling, the state eschewed an official transcript in more than 1 million hearings during a one-year stretch ending in 2024.

— Robert Salonga, Mercury News, 10 Aug. 2026
After immigrants file into the courtroom for their hearings, Judge Susan Phan introduces Chohan and describes the services her organization offers.

— Rebecca Santana, Los Angeles Times, 10 Aug. 2026

Definition of hearings

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Interactive lectures include questions, quizzes, concept checks, simulations, and access to the AI teacher.

— Ray Ravaglia, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
Users can follow personalized self-growth plans, take quizzes, highlight insights, and turn key points into flashcards.

— StackCommerce Team, PC Magazine, 10 July 2026

Definition of quizzes

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The race was called shortly after polls closed as Lamont led with nearly 67% of the votes and Elliott trailed, securing only 33%.

— Claire Carter, The Washington Examiner, 12 Aug. 2026
The Rams and Bulldogs are both top-5 teams in Class 7A and top-100 teams in several national polls.

— Jack Leo, AJC.com, 12 Aug. 2026

Definition of polls

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There are genuine questions that are worth asking about what might have been done differently to yield better outcomes, said Stoto.

— Harmeet Kaur, CNN Money, 6 Aug. 2026
The current lease agreement between the city and Diamond Baseball Holdings expires in November, which raised questions about whether the Travelers would stay in North Little Rock after the current season.

— Daniel McFadin, Arkansas Online, 6 Aug. 2026

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