samplings

plural of sampling
as in samples
a number of things selected from a group to stand for the whole a sampling of shoppers said they preferred fresh orange juice over frozen

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Recent Examples of samplings The potential contamination was discovered during routine samplings in Washington and Florida, the recall stated, which then led to the agencies determining the risk for Listeria. — Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 23 Sep. 2026 According to poll samplings by the Sentinel Star during Tuesday’s voting, McCollum appeared to benefit from the strong showing by Reagan. — Orlando Sentinel Staff, The Orlando Sentinel, 24 Aug. 2026 The grand opening ceremonies will continue through the day, with prizes raffled off each hour, product samplings, giveaways, and activities for kids. — C. A. Bridges, Florida Times-Union, 13 Aug. 2026 There will be 25 wineries, breweries and other vendors and samplings from more than 25 local restaurants’ best dishes and desserts along with live music and silent auction. — Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 June 2026 The cases of Legionnaires' disease, a type of pneumonia caused by the Legionella bacteria, which can live in mist and water systems, prompted the SNHD to conduct environmental samplings at the Wynn, confirming its systems were infected with the bacteria. — Carly Sauvageau, USA Today, 29 Apr. 2026 Some chefs offer bites similar to what is offered on their restaurant menus; others curate samplings that are exclusive to the event. — Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Apr. 2026 That event is followed by the fan-favorite Main Event on Friday, where chefs bring small bites, wine, beer and craft cocktail samplings. — Tribune News Service, Dallas Morning News, 7 Apr. 2026 Oysterville Sea Farms is the place to see the best oyster beds and watch the boats come in and out and Goose Point Family Farm and Oystery offers samplings and oysters for purchase. — Noreen Kompanik, Boston Herald, 19 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for samplings
Noun
  • In a September email, parent Catherine Feeley asked CMS about reported leaks in a classroom and the library, visible dark spots on vents and the locations where environmental samples were collected.
    — Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 13 Nov. 2026
  • Our samples in China took one to two weeks, and courier freight from China adds another one to two.
    — Ruqiao Fan, Footwear News, 13 Nov. 2026
Noun
  • Fabi Rojas operates the micro-roastery at Nekajui, which features always updating selections from each of Costa Rica’s seven coffee growing regions.
    — Noah Kaufman, Bon Appetit Magazine, 7 Nov. 2026
  • Syrian selections Montreal is also home to a number of fabulous Middle Eastern and North African restaurants, some of which can cater to gluten-free diners—albeit with asterisks.
    — Luke Pyenson, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Nov. 2026

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“Samplings.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/samplings. Accessed 15 Nov. 2026.

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