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also empiric
1
as in observational
based on observation or experience
guidelines for raising children that are based on empirical evidence
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2
as in demonstrable
capable of being proven as true or real
a philosopher who does not regard "God exists" as an empirical statement
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Recent Examples of empirical
The empirical facts around Natalia is genetic age, and that that, at the end of the day, did not matter in the court of law, is something that is terrifying and should concern us all in terms of our justice system.
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Katie Campione, Deadline, 30 Apr. 2025
Ars Video Per the authors, most research to date has relied on statistically analyzing empirical data, such as a 2018 report by the US Bowling Congress that looked at data generated by 37 bowlers.
—ArsTechnica, 15 Apr. 2025
From there, the researchers could use empirical information that links elevated temperatures to economic damage.
—John Timmer, ArsTechnica, 23 Apr. 2025
But critics’ arguments cannot weather empirical scrutiny.
—David B. McGarry, Baltimore Sun, 21 Apr. 2025
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Katie Campione, Deadline, 30 Apr. 2025
Ars Video Per the authors, most research to date has relied on statistically analyzing empirical data, such as a 2018 report by the US Bowling Congress that looked at data generated by 37 bowlers.
—ArsTechnica, 15 Apr. 2025
From there, the researchers could use empirical information that links elevated temperatures to economic damage.
—John Timmer, ArsTechnica, 23 Apr. 2025
But critics’ arguments cannot weather empirical scrutiny.
—David B. McGarry, Baltimore Sun, 21 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for empirical
Adjective
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Nor is there demonstrable evidence to show that the presence of hunters afield negatively impacts the enjoyment of the outdoors by non-hunters.—
Brandon Gleason,
Hartford Courant,
16 May 2025
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One that’s more demonstrable in the industry than other comparable examples of societal laziness.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
8 May 2025
Adjective
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Stop wasting taxpayer money trying to close and redevelop an airport that two independent, objective studies have concluded benefits the area and should remain open.—
Craig A. Raabe,
Hartford Courant,
16 May 2025
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Efforts to politicize objective research on LGBTQ youth mental health are nothing new.—
Kevin Sabet,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 May 2025
Adjective
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Experts suggest parents should encourage teens to only seek health advice from professionals with verifiable information.—
Hannah Nwoko,
Parents,
14 May 2025
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Look, a longstanding peace in that part of the world between Ukraine and Russia, that’s verifiable, is going to be good for Ukraine, Russia, Europe, and the United States.—
NBC News,
NBC news,
11 May 2025
Adjective
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The backlash to Bongino’s factual statement is part of a broader political phenomenon.—
Brian Stelter,
CNN Money,
19 May 2025
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This is a preview of The 1600—Tap here to get this newsletter delivered straight to your inbox. fairness meter Newsweek is committed to journalism that's factual and fair.—
Carlo Versano,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 May 2025
Adjective
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Independent peer review is crucial to scrutinizing conclusions and methods before a paper is presented as provable science.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
7 May 2025
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Baffert throughout has maintained his innocence, arguing that Medina Spirit’s positive arose from an ointment given to the horse for a skin rash – a credible explanation but not a provable one, according to lab testing experts.—
Katie Bo Lillis,
CNN Money,
2 May 2025
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If so, Ian could qualify for a new experimental trial.—
Sarah Zhang,
The Atlantic,
16 May 2025
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An integrative medicine doctor put me on a lot of experimental treatments for Borrelia burgdorferi, the Lyme disease bacteria, despite not showing any symptoms for the condition aside from my swollen knee.—
Suzy Katz,
Health,
16 May 2025
Adjective
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Too bad, but anyway plot and plausibility are far less important than the experiential qualities Resurrection offers those willing to accept its fairy tale-like pitch.—
Jordan Mintzer,
HollywoodReporter,
23 May 2025
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Lancelin has created many other experiential geometric works in major cities around the world (including Paris, Philadelphia, Beijing, and Milan) that test the boundaries between reality and perception.—
Irene S. Levine,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2025
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Complete with two carry-ons and two checkable bags, each suitcase is outfitted in 100 percent ABS, hardwearing material that resists scratches and dents.—
Alyssa Brascia,
Travel + Leisure,
18 Jan. 2025
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Complete with two carry-ons and two checkable bags, each suitcase is outfitted in 100 percent ABS, hardwearing material that resists scratches and dents.—
Alyssa Brascia,
Travel + Leisure,
18 Jan. 2025
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“Empirical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/empirical. Accessed 29 May. 2025.
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