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also diagnostical
as in characteristic
serving to identify as belonging to an individual or group
studies that show that cultural diversity is a diagnostic feature of a thriving city
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as in feature
something that sets apart an individual from others of the same kind
the thesis that moral decline is the infallible diagnostic of a decadent society
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Recent Examples of diagnostic
Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 23 Mar. 2026
The study found that the technology has improved diagnostic accuracy and patient care.
—Jake Angelo, Fortune, 19 Mar. 2026
Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 27 Feb. 2026
During the event, students are tested on real-world HVAC competencies, including system diagnostics, electrical components, safety practices, and installation standards.
—Dan Raby, CBS News, 24 Feb. 2026
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Adjective
This could enable new approaches in lithium recovery from seawater, removal of heavy metals from drinking water, advanced battery recycling and new diagnostic and sensor technologies.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 23 Mar. 2026
The study found that the technology has improved diagnostic accuracy and patient care.
—Jake Angelo, Fortune, 19 Mar. 2026
Noun
Research indicates that asset-intensive industries are increasingly investing in connected diagnostics and performance analytics to improve maintenance decision-making and cost predictability.
—Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 27 Feb. 2026
During the event, students are tested on real-world HVAC competencies, including system diagnostics, electrical components, safety practices, and installation standards.
—Dan Raby, CBS News, 24 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for diagnostic
Adjective
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As the caring Moon enters Leo and your 5th House of Ingenuity, you’re filled with bold, Leonine energy — a perfect counterpart to your sign’s characteristic courage.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
27 Mar. 2026
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His durability is a standout characteristic but, naturally, it is being tested.—
Jacob Tanswell,
New York Times,
25 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Trying to reach for that classic creature feature, Cinemascope, old Hollywood vibe.—
Brayden Garcia,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
1 Apr. 2026
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Trump’s image will be a feature of the exterior of the building, with jumbo video screens showing his face in the footage.—
Claire Heddles,
Miami Herald,
31 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The first phase of the project includes full replacement of Gampel’s distinctive, but often troublesome roof, made of metal-clad, insulated triangular panels.—
Dom Amore,
Hartford Courant,
25 Mar. 2026
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The poster for Norwood Park features the distinctive, colorful exterior of the Superdawg drive-in hot dog stand.—
Nina Metz,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Boston closed the first quarter with a 17-4 run, getting quality minutes from its bench quartet of Pritchard, Walsh, Luka Garza and Hugo Gonzalez.—
Zack Cox,
Boston Herald,
28 Mar. 2026
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Despite the surveillance video, the case is currently suspended due to a lack of investigative leads, with officers saying the video quality is not clear enough to identify a suspect.—
Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
28 Mar. 2026
Noun
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In an at-home experiment, participants completed psychological profiles that measured the strength of their self-control trait.—
Francine Russo,
Scientific American,
28 Mar. 2026
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That trait, mixed with his undying and lifelong love for the organization, can yield very good results.—
Patrick Saunders,
Denver Post,
27 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Food and drink Like everything else at The Rooster, the food has a distinct sense of place but also a cosmopolitan sensibility.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Mar. 2026
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Because of its distinct grooves and marks, the stone piece was believed to be some kind of board game – but obviously no rulebook was dug up to confirm this.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
29 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Those attributes have led Bank of America analysts to adopt a constructive outlook on CoreWeave over the medium and longer terms.—
Liz Napolitano,
CNBC,
24 Mar. 2026
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However, the issue is that these attributes have been flattened into something far more superficial and inaccurate, relationship experts warn.—
Jenna Ryu,
SELF,
19 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Games that still are too typical of the NCAA women’s tournament where the higher seed seldom loses.—
Mac Engel
March 31,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
31 Mar. 2026
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Food and drink At first glance, Harriet’s Rooftop & Lounge seemed like a typical NYC rooftop—the kind of place where views take priority and food is an afterthought.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Mar. 2026
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“Diagnostic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/diagnostic. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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