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as in exam
a set of questions or problems designed to assess knowledge, skills, or intelligence
applicants to the prep school are required to take a demanding examination
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as in investigation
a systematic search for the truth or facts about something
an examination into the extent and causes of juvenile delinquency in the community
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as in inspection
a close look at or over someone or something in order to judge condition
even a hasty examination will tell any jeweler that that is not a real diamond
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Recent Examples of examination
Sacramento is partnering with the National Center for Economic Gardening to provide consultation services to businesses, including lead generation, social media examination and workplace culture analysis.
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Emma Hall
march 13, Sacbee.com, 13 Mar. 2026
That notion is readily felt in examination of his works.
—Katie Schultz, Architectural Digest, 13 Mar. 2026
Early veterinary examinations found that the animal appears healthy.
—Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 Mar. 2026
Early examinations found the animal appears healthy.
—Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 13 Mar. 2026
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Emma Hall
march 13, Sacbee.com, 13 Mar. 2026
That notion is readily felt in examination of his works.
—Katie Schultz, Architectural Digest, 13 Mar. 2026
Early veterinary examinations found that the animal appears healthy.
—Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 Mar. 2026
Early examinations found the animal appears healthy.
—Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 13 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for examination
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This is especially important because early mechanical changes may be too subtle for doctors to detect during routine exams or colonoscopies, which are recommended starting at age 45 for screening colon cancer.—
Miriam Fauzia,
Dallas Morning News,
13 Mar. 2026
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In 2007, a Syrian journalism student arrived in Damascus for an exam with a secret escape plan.—
Lise Pedersen,
Variety,
13 Mar. 2026
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Once the investigation is complete, the agency will present its findings without recommendation on charges to the Olmsted County Attorney’s Office for review.—
Forum News Service,
Twin Cities,
19 Mar. 2026
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Healey and Campbell have seen more of their state cops go to prison or come under investigation than have any ICE agents.—
Peter Lucas,
Boston Herald,
19 Mar. 2026
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On March 5, CBP officers at the World Trade Bridge in Laredo, Texas, came across a 2021 Peterbilt tractor headed toward Mexico, and selected the vehicle and driver for inspection.—
S.E. Jenkins,
CBS News,
18 Mar. 2026
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Obama signed a deal with Iran to allow for inspection of its nuclear facilities, which Iran complied with 100%.—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
18 Mar. 2026
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For now, As Deep As the Grave stands as a high-profile test.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
19 Mar. 2026
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That's when Crosby was told there were concerns with his medical tests.—
Adam Thompson,
CBS News,
18 Mar. 2026
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That element of the investigation was the focus of a recent TV report, which tied the inquiry to whether the couple used their authority for financial and professional gain.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
13 Mar. 2026
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The lack of any basis to pursue voter fraud investigations into the 2020 election in Nevada raises further questions about why similar inquiries are being pursued in other swing states, including Georgia and Arizona, and why there is probable cause to suggest fraud occurred in those other states.—
Sarah N. Lynch,
CBS News,
12 Mar. 2026
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Michel had been pursuing charges of breach of fiduciary duty, breach of contract, improper accounting, unjust enrichment, fraud, and refusal to permit a tour audit, among others.—
Hattie Lindert,
Pitchfork,
13 Mar. 2026
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In the most recent flare-up, the government restricted payment until WADA subjected itself to an independent audit.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
13 Mar. 2026
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Rockets, at their core, are tools—indispensable for enabling the exploration and utilization of space but not the instruments of discovery themselves.—
Lee Billings,
Scientific American,
18 Mar. 2026
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What starts as a series that aims to subvert the heist genre at every turn – amped with thrilling life-or-death stakes, family dynamics, and explosive action – gives birth to an exploration of what drives us, sustains us, and ultimately destroys us.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
18 Mar. 2026
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For a refresher, the grand jury noted that supervisors obscured the raise, which boosted their pay above the governor’s, from public scrutiny.—
The Editorial Board,
Oc Register,
18 Mar. 2026
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Problems are piling up, including disputes over how markets are resolved and scrutiny over whether traders with inside information could profit from sensitive events.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Mar. 2026
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“Examination.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/examination. Accessed 19 Mar. 2026.
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