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also empiric
1
as in observational
based on observation or experience
guidelines for raising children that are based on empirical evidence
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2
as in demonstrable
capable of being proven as true or real
a philosopher who does not regard "God exists" as an empirical statement
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Recent Examples of empirical
Some of Trump’s critics used sketchy arguments and weak empirical evidence to accuse Facebook and other social media services of having allowed Russian propagandists to manipulate Americans into voting for a leader with authoritarian predilections.
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Henry Farrell, Foreign Affairs, 3 Apr. 2025
For these reasons, empirical studies have shown that tariffs are generally an ineffective way to change the trade balance.
—Chad P. Bown, Foreign Affairs, 11 Mar. 2025
There's empirical evidence that supports the fact that all kinds of diverse projects do well and make money.
—Kathleen Newman-Bremang, refinery29.com, 7 Mar. 2025
There is no empirical evidence of the latter, however.
—Gary Franks, Hartford Courant, 1 Mar. 2025
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Henry Farrell, Foreign Affairs, 3 Apr. 2025
For these reasons, empirical studies have shown that tariffs are generally an ineffective way to change the trade balance.
—Chad P. Bown, Foreign Affairs, 11 Mar. 2025
There's empirical evidence that supports the fact that all kinds of diverse projects do well and make money.
—Kathleen Newman-Bremang, refinery29.com, 7 Mar. 2025
There is no empirical evidence of the latter, however.
—Gary Franks, Hartford Courant, 1 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for empirical
Adjective
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But authentic, demonstrable progress: proof of better outcomes, built on real expertise.—
Kate Hardcastle,
Forbes.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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Since then, Google has released its Gemini 2.0 and 2.5 models, both of which have shown demonstrable improvements over the previous iterations.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
23 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The device also shouldn’t be used for people with objective tinnitus, which originates from the ear canal as opposed to the brain.—
Adrianna Rodriguez,
USA Today,
30 Apr. 2025
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However, this does not influence his objective coverage.—
Dave Altavilla,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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Businesses must meticulously track the geographical origins of their products, ensure suppliers’ compliance with local laws and demonstrate clear and verifiable deforestation-free sourcing.—
Florent Bouguin,
Forbes.com,
30 Apr. 2025
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These are verifiable stories that anyone can look up and confirm.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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This is a preview of The 1600—Tap here to get this newsletter delivered straight to your inbox. fairness meter Newsweek is committed to journalism that's factual and fair.—
Carlo Versano,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 May 2025
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Imagine getting together online with a community where the AI can determine if what is said is factual, and rather than being a spectator like on an ‘X spaces’ (formerly Twitter), the interaction is warm, like being with friends at a dinner party.—
Larry Dvoskin,
Rolling Stone,
2 May 2025
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Independent peer review is crucial to scrutinizing conclusions and methods before a paper is presented as provable science.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
7 May 2025
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Baffert throughout has maintained his innocence, arguing that Medina Spirit’s positive arose from an ointment given to the horse for a skin rash – a credible explanation but not a provable one, according to lab testing experts.—
Katie Bo Lillis,
CNN Money,
2 May 2025
Adjective
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Last fall, Boom applied patches of the material during testing of its experimental XB-1 to its underbelly.—
Michael Verdon,
Robb Report,
3 May 2025
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But then, Thompson received two injections of an experimental intervention— insulin.—
Discover Magazine,
Discover Magazine,
3 May 2025
Adjective
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Like that of many Disciples, Reagan’s faith was more emotional and experiential than creedal.—
Richard D. Mahoney,
JSTOR Daily,
30 Apr. 2025
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These tactile and experiential facets are, by their very nature, resistant to complete digital translation.—
Alex Levin,
Forbes.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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Complete with two carry-ons and two checkable bags, each suitcase is outfitted in 100 percent ABS, hardwearing material that resists scratches and dents.—
Alyssa Brascia,
Travel + Leisure,
18 Jan. 2025
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Complete with two carry-ons and two checkable bags, each suitcase is outfitted in 100 percent ABS, hardwearing material that resists scratches and dents.—
Alyssa Brascia,
Travel + Leisure,
18 Jan. 2025
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“Empirical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/empirical. Accessed 13 May. 2025.
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