as in empirical
based on observation or experience
her reports on the great apes were based on firsthand observational evidence
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Adjective
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Emotions and instincts cannot substitute empirical demand validation.—
Raheel Sheikh,
Forbes.com,
12 Aug. 2025 -
The president's allegation that crime in Washington, D.C., is out of control is contradicted by empirical evidence.—
Sonam Sheth,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Lilly says that no food or water restrictions are needed with the experimental oral medication, orforglipron, and it can be taken any time of day.—
Amanda Sealy,
CNN Money,
7 Aug. 2025
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As the Ukraine war progresses, the U.S. government is understanding the power of rapid prototyping and experimental focus to improve and innovate on physical AI capabilities.—
Sabbir Rangwala,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Raising responsible kids is pretty much an objective win in most parents' books.—
DeVonne Goode,
Parents,
6 Aug. 2025
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Start by agreeing on objective KPIs, such as retention or engagement, not just revenue.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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“Observational.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/observational. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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