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
To produce those crucial parts with sub-millimeter precision, MSP has long used CNC (computer numerical control) machines.
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Jeremy Kahn, Fortune, 26 June 2025
Initially used for reconnaissance, drones now execute precision strikes, destroy armored vehicles, and provide real-time battlefield intelligence.
—Jesus Mesa, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 June 2025
The new photos, released on June 24, provide the clearest post-strike visuals to date, showing the precision and depth of the U.S. assault on Iran’s nuclear infrastructure.
—Jasmine Baehr , Kyle Schmidbauer, FOXNews.com, 25 June 2025
The camera pans slowly across a pristine bathroom counter, where products are positioned with museum-like precision.
—Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 24 June 2025
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Jeremy Kahn, Fortune, 26 June 2025
Initially used for reconnaissance, drones now execute precision strikes, destroy armored vehicles, and provide real-time battlefield intelligence.
—Jesus Mesa, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 June 2025
The new photos, released on June 24, provide the clearest post-strike visuals to date, showing the precision and depth of the U.S. assault on Iran’s nuclear infrastructure.
—Jasmine Baehr , Kyle Schmidbauer, FOXNews.com, 25 June 2025
The camera pans slowly across a pristine bathroom counter, where products are positioned with museum-like precision.
—Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 24 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for precision
Noun
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Jones has a lower ceiling, but he's shown more accuracy than Richardson so far.—
Steve Bradshaw,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2025
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His accuracy was really impressive Wednesday and Thursday.—
Bruce Feldman,
New York Times,
20 June 2025
Noun
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Guided by a mindset of possibility and a belief in progress over perfection, Diezhandino is reshaping how her teams understand and influence the future of socializing, long a category reference point, placing celebrations and cultural relevance at the center of every brand experience.—
Seth Matlins,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2025
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Creating a Rich Auntie moment is less about perfection and more about presence.—
Essence,
Essence,
17 June 2025
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“Precision.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/precision. Accessed 30 Jun. 2025.
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