variants
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
Theresa Gaffney, STAT, 6 Mar. 2026
Patients frequently endure long diagnostic journeys and face fragmented care structures, with persistent gaps in available treatments.
—CBS News, 5 Mar. 2026
Dan Raby, CBS News, 24 Feb. 2026
Attia placed an emphasis on exercise, protein consumption and early diagnostics.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 23 Feb. 2026
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Adjective
The subpoena requested the names, birthdates, diagnostic codes, and Social Security numbers for trans patients receiving medical care from QueerDoc — personal information that the trans community fears the administration could use to target individuals.
—Theresa Gaffney, STAT, 6 Mar. 2026
Patients frequently endure long diagnostic journeys and face fragmented care structures, with persistent gaps in available treatments.
—CBS News, 5 Mar. 2026
Noun
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
Attia placed an emphasis on exercise, protein consumption and early diagnostics.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 23 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for diagnostic
Adjective
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Users say taking small doses of psilocybin or LSD does everything from bolster productivity and creativity to ease symptoms of anxiety and insomnia — all without the hallucinogenic effects characteristic of a full-blown trip.—
Tiney Ricciardi,
Denver Post,
18 Mar. 2026
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But unlike the desert boot, which features a characteristic crepe sole, chukkas may have leather or rubber soles.—
Eric Twardzik,
Robb Report,
16 Mar. 2026
Noun
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However, through the new Manus Desktop application, a feature called ‘My Computer’ lets its agents work directly with local files, tools and applications on a user’s device.—
Dylan Butts,
CNBC,
18 Mar. 2026
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The best feature, however, is the noise cancellation.—
Grace McCarty,
Glamour,
18 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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But his distinctive tattoos and fashion sense helped investigators find him — notably, his sweatshirt, his bronze foamposite sneakers, a large gold ring on his left hand and a distinctive tattoo of a globe on his left arm.—
John Annese,
New York Daily News,
18 Mar. 2026
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The plant has distinctive foliage and orange blooms that spike up from the leaves.—
Charlie Vargas,
Oc Register,
18 Mar. 2026
Noun
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If an unexpected cost appears, slow down to compare options, then choose the path that keeps quality high and avoids future repairs.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
14 Mar. 2026
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Donate today to preserve the quality and integrity of local journalism.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
14 Mar. 2026
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Despite those attractive traits, UPFs have been linked to cancer, obesity, cardiovascular disease, depression, and even low muscle mass.—
Marisa McMillan,
Outside,
14 Mar. 2026
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Engages in effective conflict resolution Handling conflict in a healthy and constructive way is a key trait of a partner who would make a good parent, explains Chicvak.—
Sherri Gordon,
Parents,
14 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Jordan creates two distinct personalities with his main characters.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
16 Mar. 2026
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While all three properties for the vineyard designate wines are certified organic through CCOF, (California Certified Organic Farmers), winemaking for each site requires a slightly different approach because of distinct soils and tannin profiles.—
Mike DeSimone,
Robb Report,
15 Mar. 2026
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Cheaper maintenance costs were one of the main selling points of EV ownership in America, but even that positive attribute is more nuanced than car buyers may think.—
Charles Singh,
USA Today,
18 Mar. 2026
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That probably helps explain why these parks not only have fan-friendly attributes but also have to pay serious attention to the facilities that players will use.—
Jim Alexander,
Oc Register,
16 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The Transportation Security Administration and local airport officials expect more than 32,000 passengers will fly out of Austin on Tuesday — thousands more than on a typical Tuesday.—
Alex Driggars,
Austin American Statesman,
17 Mar. 2026
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That was also fairly typical of the Italian team.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
17 Mar. 2026
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“Diagnostic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/diagnostic. Accessed 20 Mar. 2026.
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