as in accuracy
the quality or state of being very accurate
the exactness of the bathroom scale isn't such that you could use it in business
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Recent Examples of exactness
Inspired by museum collections and Art Deco design, the geometry and exactness of bold shapes in earthy tones are captivating.
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Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 10 Sep. 2025
Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 10 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for exactness
Noun
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The system maintained accuracy despite the carrier’s movement.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
21 Apr. 2026
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An editor verified the accuracy of the information before publishing.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
21 Apr. 2026
Noun
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This transit favors precision and accountability.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
20 Apr. 2026
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The technology was produced using high-precision LIGA technology, with the flexible structures allowing for crisp and consistent chorographical functions and a reduction of complexity.—
Fairchild Studio,
Footwear News,
17 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Progress comes from steady, coordinated effort, not perfection.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
21 Apr. 2026
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Host Rachel Holt visits the studio to explore the craft and how a deep respect for history drives a passion for perfection.—
Rachel Holt,
CBS News,
19 Apr. 2026
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“Exactness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exactness. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.
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