as in accurate
meeting the highest standard of accuracy
produced an answer of mathematical precision
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Recent Examples of mathematical
This would move us from probabilistic trust to mathematical certainty, transforming cryptographic assurance into a provable, unassailable fact.
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Pravir Malik, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
What initially might have looked like a wild mathematical coincidence actually has a deep, yet straightforward, explanation.
—Ethan Siegel, Big Think, 18 Sep. 2025
Many questioned whether the teacher was being too rigid in expecting students to use the exact phrasing from a lesson rather than acknowledging correct mathematical reasoning.
—Daniella Gray, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Sep. 2025
Having said that, Baek does emphasize that like many problems studied in mathematical research, the sofa problem arose out of mathematicians’ curiosity and desire to extend their knowledge.
—Tom Hawking, Popular Science, 17 Sep. 2025
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Pravir Malik, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
What initially might have looked like a wild mathematical coincidence actually has a deep, yet straightforward, explanation.
—Ethan Siegel, Big Think, 18 Sep. 2025
Many questioned whether the teacher was being too rigid in expecting students to use the exact phrasing from a lesson rather than acknowledging correct mathematical reasoning.
—Daniella Gray, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Sep. 2025
Having said that, Baek does emphasize that like many problems studied in mathematical research, the sofa problem arose out of mathematicians’ curiosity and desire to extend their knowledge.
—Tom Hawking, Popular Science, 17 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mathematical
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The Master 4’s sensor remains unchanged, still providing smooth and accurate tracking on virtually any surface, with a maximum DPI of 8,000.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
30 Sep. 2025
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On a team that has allowed the league’s most sacks, McCarthy must learn from QBs like Aaron Rodgers, still the league’s fastest passer and one of its most accurate.—
Jacob Robinson,
New York Times,
30 Sep. 2025
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Flying a drone toward a bear can be more effective and precise than other methods, such as shooting rubber bullets, and there is less risk of injury to both bears and humans.—
Dac Collins,
Outdoor Life,
25 Sep. 2025
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From the precise parts of cornrows to the full embrace of an afro, each style tells a story shaped by family, culture, and resilience.—
Essence,
Essence,
25 Sep. 2025
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Every tax article is based on rigorous reporting by our team of expert writers and editors.—
David McMillin,
CNBC,
28 Sep. 2025
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The National Nuclear Security Administration funds the sensors, which undergo rigorous shock, vibration, thermal vacuum, and prompt X-ray testing to survive launch and the harsh space environment.—
Kapil Kajal,
Interesting Engineering,
26 Sep. 2025
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“Mathematical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mathematical. Accessed 1 Oct. 2025.
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