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as in experiment
a procedure or operation carried out to resolve an uncertainty
will need to run some tests on the blood sample to rule out blood poisoning
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as in exam
a set of questions or problems designed to assess knowledge, skills, or intelligence
applicants for the cashier's position must first take a simple math test
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as in to sample
to put (something) to a test
please test this sample for the presence of lead
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as in to try
to subject (a personal quality or faculty) to often excessive stress
all of these unnecessary questions are testing my patience
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Recent Examples of test
Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 25 June 2025
Run small tests across multiple channels: Google Ads, organic social, email campaigns, partnerships.
—Jodie Cook, Forbes.com, 25 June 2025
ArsTechnica, 24 June 2025
So, this year, instead of testing the Islanders’ connections, Casa Amor is basically giving them all an opportunity to start from scratch.
—Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 24 June 2025
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Noun
Devlin noted that presumptive tests administered in the field can be used as probable cause for an arrest, but lab testing has shown to be more accurate.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 25 June 2025
Run small tests across multiple channels: Google Ads, organic social, email campaigns, partnerships.
—Jodie Cook, Forbes.com, 25 June 2025
Verb
Anyone interested in testing Gemini Robotics On-Device should apply for access to Google's trusted tester program.
—ArsTechnica, 24 June 2025
So, this year, instead of testing the Islanders’ connections, Casa Amor is basically giving them all an opportunity to start from scratch.
—Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 24 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for test
Noun
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The venue’s 12 to 15 staff members will start with a few shows on the weekends, and experiment with formats such as residencies and eclectic types of performances — such as dance, circus and comedy — in addition to music.—
John Wenzel,
Denver Post,
19 June 2025
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What started as an experiment has since become a meaningful addition to our portfolio and a fresh, distinctive white wine that brings a new dimension to the Bella Union experience.—
Tom Hyland,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2025
Noun
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Bass followed up these physical exams with counseling that helped patients understand what to expect and what signs indicated something might be going wrong.—
Liana Simstrom,
NPR,
22 June 2025
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Clinical exam: The dentist will examine your teeth using specialized probes and other tools, looking for signs of cavities or damage.—
Mark Gurarie,
Health,
21 June 2025
Verb
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The water closure will remain in place until sampling and field observations indicate the area is safe, the department said.—
La Jolla Light,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 June 2025
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Perhaps not surprisingly, Stone’s tracks have been sampled relentlessly.—
Jose Valentino Ruiz,
The Conversation,
13 June 2025
Verb
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If the commute is onerous, try to adjust your hours.—
Amy Lindgren,
Twin Cities,
28 June 2025
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Guests can also try their hand at the stone-lifting Atlas Challenge to win prizes like complimentary drinks and even free admission for a year.—
Zoe Baillargeon,
Travel + Leisure,
28 June 2025
Noun
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Italian law dictates that citizens over 80 must renew their license every two years and complete a medical examination that tests mental acuity.—
Rachel Raposas,
People.com,
19 June 2025
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That hasn’t, however, extended to a deep examination of last season’s Super Bowl LIX loss to the Philadelphia Eagles.—
Jesse Newell,
Kansas City Star,
19 June 2025
Verb
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In short, four prominent celestial objects — the moon, a bright planet and two bright stars — stretched out across a little more than a dozen degrees of the west-northwest sky.—
Joe Rao,
Space.com,
24 June 2025
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Focused on beginner-friendly culinary techniques, Max teaches readers how to make infused butter, oil and milk, and how to stretch flower effectively.—
Javier Hasse,
Forbes.com,
24 June 2025
Verb
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Video footage from the incident showed Padilla pushed to the ground and handcuffed outside the door while attempting to speak to Noem during the conference.—
Anna Commander,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 June 2025
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On Tuesday, staffers of the agency issued a statement to push for Corrêa's resignation.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
20 June 2025
Verb
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Partnership strained as OpenAI sought new cloud providers Last year, the US Federal Trade Commission under the Biden administration began examining the Microsoft-OpenAI partnership in more detail.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
17 June 2025
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Lewis strained his left hamstring during spring training and wound up missing 35 games because of it.—
Betsy Helfand,
Twin Cities,
14 June 2025
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“Test.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/test. Accessed 1 Jul. 2025.
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