: of, relating to, based on, or employing the principles of statistics
statistical analysis

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That experience has reinforced my belief that healthcare organizations should avoid treating statistical signals as conclusions. Arpan Saxena, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026 Kane already ranks near the top of nearly every significant franchise statistical category and now will have a chance to further cement his place in its history. Scott Powers, New York Times, 23 July 2026 Since that time, the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia metropolitan statistical area’s population growth was seventh highest across the nation’s metros, according to the Census Bureau. Dj Simmons july 22, Charlotte Observer, 22 July 2026 In simple terms, each quantum gate leaves behind its own distinctive statistical fingerprint. Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 18 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for statistical

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1784, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of statistical was in 1784

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“Statistical.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/statistical. Accessed 2 Aug. 2026.

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