as in accuracy
the quality or state of being very accurate
the company that measures TV ratings prides itself on the precision of its calculations
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Recent Examples of precision
Hipparcos was the first space mission devoted to precision astrometry, the accurate measurement of celestial positions and distances.
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Joe Rao,
Space.com,
3 July 2026
Driving into the estate down a dirt track, you’re met with concrete walls that frame the space with gallery-like precision, directing your eyes toward geological features rather than distracting from them.
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Lara Johnson-Wheeler,
Vogue,
3 July 2026
Practically architectural in its precision, her hair is pulled straight back and upwards without a visible part to create a smooth, downright reflective surface from her hairline to the crown.
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Marci Robin,
Allure,
3 July 2026
In addition to strong suction power and a self-cleaning brushroll, the Shark Matrix Clean uses a precision grid pattern to take multiple passes over messes, ensuring a deep clean on every square inch of your carpets and hardwood floors.
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Cierra Cowan,
PC Magazine,
3 July 2026
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Joe Rao,
Space.com,
3 July 2026
Driving into the estate down a dirt track, you’re met with concrete walls that frame the space with gallery-like precision, directing your eyes toward geological features rather than distracting from them.
—
Lara Johnson-Wheeler,
Vogue,
3 July 2026
Practically architectural in its precision, her hair is pulled straight back and upwards without a visible part to create a smooth, downright reflective surface from her hairline to the crown.
—
Marci Robin,
Allure,
3 July 2026
In addition to strong suction power and a self-cleaning brushroll, the Shark Matrix Clean uses a precision grid pattern to take multiple passes over messes, ensuring a deep clean on every square inch of your carpets and hardwood floors.
—
Cierra Cowan,
PC Magazine,
3 July 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for precision
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This update transforms IEMs into precise studio reference monitors, offering unparalleled accuracy for recording engineers, producers, and performers.
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Even tiny electromagnetic disturbances can disrupt the quantum states that perform calculations, reducing the accuracy and reliability of the system.
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Played to perfection by Robert Picardo, the Emergency Medical Hologram was programmed to save lives and give sass.
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But for many women, the motivation is less about perfection and more about confidence, control, and self-care.
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“Precision.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/precision. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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