1
as in approximate
not precisely correct
a thousand is an inexact figure for the number of islands in the St. Lawrence River
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2
as in erroneous
not being in agreement with what is true
an inexact and misleading statement regarding the number of combat casualties
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Sitting around one evening before dinner, the researchers pondered whether even inexact science could help atoll governments think through their options.
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Raymond Zhong, New York Times, 26 June 2024
Exceptions vary by state and the language in laws can often be inexact.
—Nadine El-Bawab, ABC News, 23 June 2024
Bubble detection is, by definition, an inexact science and best left to amateurs.
—Neal B. Freeman, National Review, 10 June 2024
Self-checkout has largely been an inexact strategy for retailers.
—David Clarey, Journal Sentinel, 30 May 2024
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Raymond Zhong, New York Times, 26 June 2024
Exceptions vary by state and the language in laws can often be inexact.
—Nadine El-Bawab, ABC News, 23 June 2024
Bubble detection is, by definition, an inexact science and best left to amateurs.
—Neal B. Freeman, National Review, 10 June 2024
Self-checkout has largely been an inexact strategy for retailers.
—David Clarey, Journal Sentinel, 30 May 2024
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“Inexact.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inexact. Accessed 18 Sep. 2024.
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