examinations

plural of examination
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as in exams
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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Recent Examples of examinations The team believes that the technology could become highly valuable in reactor research, post-irradiation examinations, and nuclear forensics investigations that involve shielded and hazardous materials. Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 28 May 2026 What is usually missed in examinations of the global village is that McLuhan was not necessarily optimistic about it. Brian A. Cogan, Encyclopedia Britannica, 27 May 2026 But after initial examinations, the Jays may be able to breathe a sigh of relief. Mitch Bannon, New York Times, 24 May 2026 As the injury dragged on throughout the first weeks of spring training, Gonzalez wondered if all the examinations and tests had somehow failed to find the root cause. Gabrielle Starr, Boston Herald, 23 May 2026 Medical examiners and coroners are both known as medicolegal death investigators, a term Idaho applies to people who make formal inquiries or examinations to determine the cause and manner of a person’s death. Nicole Blanchard, Idaho Statesman, 20 May 2026 The Justice Department has said the settlement refers only to existing audits, not future examinations. ABC News, 20 May 2026 After initial examinations, authorities determined the 29-year-old woman died of hyperthermia. Alexandra Koch , Brooke Taylor, FOXNews.com, 13 May 2026 Following initial examinations, the medical examiner determined that the female victim, a 29-year-old from Mexico, died of hyperthermia. Ingrid Vasquez, PEOPLE, 12 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for examinations
Noun
  • It’s also sold directly to consumers, via the company website or at Walmart, in four different kits tailored for first-time exams, menopause and different body types.
    Wendy Naugle, USA Today, 5 June 2026
  • But the protest on Saturday will address recent discrepancies in crucial high school and entrance exams conducted by the government, which media reports say have affected millions of students.
    Priyanka Salve, CNBC, 4 June 2026
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  • If the show still has some of those deep investigations then bringing in creators to do — hopefully well-done and polished — softer pieces could be OK.
    Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 4 June 2026
  • In short, electronic devices matter in NFL investigations.
    Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 4 June 2026
Noun
  • Chamberlin said Caltrans has been using drones for inspections, graffiti removal and to help resolve disputes with contractors using images of sites captured by flying sensors.
    William Melhado, Sacbee.com, 4 June 2026
  • The office also oversees fire and safety inspections statewide.
    Riley Bunch, AJC.com, 4 June 2026
Noun
  • Trump has undergone four medical checkups in 13 months, prompting questions about the frequency of his visits, the types of tests being performed and what doctors are looking for.
    Zac Anderson, USA Today, 7 June 2026
  • However, the headaches didn't go away after Cara completed the tests.
    Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 6 June 2026
Noun
  • Police arrested three people on suspicion of killing Orabiyi, with one released on bail pending further inquiries.
    Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 8 June 2026
  • The Office of the Director of National Intelligence referred inquiries to the White House, which did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
    Joey Cappelletti, Los Angeles Times, 8 June 2026
Noun
  • The controller’s office conducts audits, tracks city spending and issues financial reports intended to provide oversight of government operations.
    Teresa Liu, Daily News, 3 June 2026
  • The controller uses audits and reports to hold entities and other governmental agencies accountable.
    Times staff, Los Angeles Times, 31 May 2026
Noun
  • At least two studies have found major sporting events are associated with lower suicide rates.
    Aneri Pattani, USA Today, 6 June 2026
  • None of these studies take into account homeowners who opt out only of the costly windstorm coverage specific to hurricane damage, but keep the less expensive general policy, which covers things like fire, theft and general liability.
    Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 6 June 2026
Noun
  • The Prime Video comedy series, which is currently filming its second season, is loosely based on Skinner's own college years, satirizing his early explorations of love as a gay man in all of its pain and pleasure.
    Luke Chinman, PEOPLE, 2 June 2026
  • The 2026 Open Doors Projects showcase features six first and second features in development — from portraits of music and memory to explorations of womanhood, urban life and the long shadows of colonialism.
    Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 1 June 2026

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