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 four years in prison and three years’ supervised release as part of his conditional probation.
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Washington Examiner Staff, The Washington Examiner, 30 May 2025
Todd received 12 years in prison and 16 months probation, while Julie received seven years in prison plus 16 months probation.
—Lynsey Eidell, People.com, 28 May 2025
The deal will also in see the State seeking probation at the time of sentencing.
—Thania Garcia, Variety, 28 May 2025
They were sentenced in November 2022, with Todd receiving 12 years in prison, along with 16 months of probation, while Julie was sentenced to 7 years in prison, plus 16 months of probation.
—Dave Nemetz, TVLine, 27 May 2025
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Washington Examiner Staff, The Washington Examiner, 30 May 2025
Todd received 12 years in prison and 16 months probation, while Julie received seven years in prison plus 16 months probation.
—Lynsey Eidell, People.com, 28 May 2025
The deal will also in see the State seeking probation at the time of sentencing.
—Thania Garcia, Variety, 28 May 2025
They were sentenced in November 2022, with Todd receiving 12 years in prison, along with 16 months of probation, while Julie was sentenced to 7 years in prison, plus 16 months of probation.
—Dave Nemetz, TVLine, 27 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for probation
Noun
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The latter two in particular are emblematic of Hayes’ examination of her broader player pool, with both stepping into more important roles given positional absences.—
Jeff Rueter,
New York Times,
1 June 2025
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Closer examination reveals tensions that are more subtle but no less profound.—
Jonathon Keats,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
Noun
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We’re taught to prioritize action over inquiry, compliance over curiosity.—
Hunter McMahon,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025
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Newsweek reached out to Marriott International and the woman's attorney for comment via email outside of regular office hours on Tuesday, as well as to Clearview Building Services, LLC, via an online inquiry form.—
James Bickerton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 June 2025
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The billionaire's federal contracts range in research development, space exploration, utility and defense, particularly as space becomes more and more militarized.—
Mandy Taheri,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 June 2025
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Another feature that caught our eye (and our tester's baby) is the amount of sensory exploration this center provides.—
Cameron LeBlanc,
Parents,
5 June 2025
Noun
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Some powders contain aspartame or acesulfame potassium (also known as acesulfame K), which, one 2022 study suggested, may be linked to a greater cancer risk (although other studies have not found this).—
MISAKI KAWATSU,
Vogue,
10 June 2025
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For example, the UK’s mattress trade association reacted to the study by issuing guidance for its members.—
Arlene Blum,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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“Probation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/probation. Accessed 15 Jun. 2025.
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