as in investigation
a systematic search for the truth or facts about something
a candidate for the priesthood must be able to withstand an intense probation of his personal character
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Recent Examples of probation
He was sentenced to 24 months of probation and one day in jail, court records show.
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Noah Goldberg, Los Angeles Times, 26 Mar. 2026
In September 2025, he was sentenced to a stay of adjudication and ordered to not serve as an election judge during a one-year probation.
—Forum News Service, Twin Cities, 26 Mar. 2026
Seals ultimately pleaded guilty to two counts of forcible touching and was sentenced to 45 days in jail and six years’ probation, authorities said.
—Rocco Parascandola, New York Daily News, 25 Mar. 2026
Bolt was sentenced in February to 20 days in jail, five years of felony probation and 100 hours of community service, according to court records.
—Shannon Tyler, Idaho Statesman, 25 Mar. 2026
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Noah Goldberg, Los Angeles Times, 26 Mar. 2026
In September 2025, he was sentenced to a stay of adjudication and ordered to not serve as an election judge during a one-year probation.
—Forum News Service, Twin Cities, 26 Mar. 2026
Seals ultimately pleaded guilty to two counts of forcible touching and was sentenced to 45 days in jail and six years’ probation, authorities said.
—Rocco Parascandola, New York Daily News, 25 Mar. 2026
Bolt was sentenced in February to 20 days in jail, five years of felony probation and 100 hours of community service, according to court records.
—Shannon Tyler, Idaho Statesman, 25 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for probation
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Anyone can trigger an adult protection investigation by calling The Florida Abuse Hotline, 1-800-96 ABUSE.—
Carol Marbin Miller,
Miami Herald,
2 Apr. 2026
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The investigation revealed that the man near the scene was the child's uncle, who was the last person known to be responsible for the child's care, police said.—
Brandon Downs,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2026
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Whether this turns out to be a goofy bit of fluff or an actual examination of power dynamics in relationships is yet to be determined (though the trailer suggests the former).—
Emily Temple,
Literary Hub,
30 Mar. 2026
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Included in the analysis were examinations of pay distribution, employment conditions, labor load and education rates of a demographic that makes up 39% of the Golden State’s labor force.—
Nicole Macias Garibay,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Mar. 2026
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Either Empire or Lowe’s will handle future customer service inquiries and warranty claims.—
Dan Simms,
USA Today,
2 Apr. 2026
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The realms of philosophy and religion have sometimes intersected in conducting such inquiries as these.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
2 Apr. 2026
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While the crew will not land on the moon, NASA said the lunar flyby mission is designed to test life support systems and critical operations, paving the way for future moon landings and Mars exploration.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
2 Apr. 2026
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Inside the University of Texas at Arlington planetarium, students and space enthusiasts gathered to witness the next chapter in lunar exploration.—
Erin Jones,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2026
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Julia Gomez is a Trending reporter for USA TODAY and covers popular toys, scientific studies, natural disasters, holidays, and trending news.—
Julia Gomez,
USA Today,
2 Apr. 2026
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The school integrates four years of rigorous academics with four years of professional work experience through its corporate work study program.—
Christina Mayo,
Miami Herald,
2 Apr. 2026
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“Probation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/probation. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.
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