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
The mathematician in him relishes its flawless precision.
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The Editors,
Robb Report,
27 June 2026
Nashville — Steve Crook squints through the sun, scanning his surroundings with precision.
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Rob Picheta,
CNN Money,
27 June 2026
Since becoming an official organization in 1972, the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders have built a reputation for precision, and that extends far beyond the field.
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Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
27 June 2026
That level of precision also shows up in the finishes — or, more accurately, in what’s missing.
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David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
27 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for precision
The Editors,
Robb Report,
27 June 2026
Nashville — Steve Crook squints through the sun, scanning his surroundings with precision.
—
Rob Picheta,
CNN Money,
27 June 2026
Since becoming an official organization in 1972, the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders have built a reputation for precision, and that extends far beyond the field.
—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
27 June 2026
That level of precision also shows up in the finishes — or, more accurately, in what’s missing.
—
David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
27 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for precision
Recent Examples of Synonyms for precision
Noun
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Despite concerns about the accuracy of the records in the new system, Sooknanan said, the administration shared the database with states, which used it on their rolls.
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But it is being pitched to the general public, albeit to those who care about accuracy.
Noun
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By evening, honor progress over perfection.
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But the stock had been priced for near perfection at the height of the technology bubble.
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“Precision.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/precision. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
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