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as in exam
a set of questions or problems designed to assess knowledge, skills, or intelligence
applicants to the prep school are required to take a demanding examination
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as in investigation
a systematic search for the truth or facts about something
an examination into the extent and causes of juvenile delinquency in the community
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as in inspection
a close look at or over someone or something in order to judge condition
even a hasty examination will tell any jeweler that that is not a real diamond
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Recent Examples of examination
The recovered wreckage will be moved to a secure location for a wreckage layout examination.
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Alexandra Koch, Fox News, 4 Feb. 2025
On closer examination by experts, the spider was identified as the cave-dwelling orb-weaver Metellina merianae, while the fungus appeared to be a new species.
—Michael Irving, New Atlas, 2 Feb. 2025
At a time when disco’s pounding beats and clubs filled with flashing lights dominated nightlife, Snow heard Dixieland jazz and pictured venues of quirky, extravagant beauty that demanded close examination.
—Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board, Orlando Sentinel, 31 Jan. 2025
For example, a close examination of the retina can reveal early signs of diabetes or high blood pressure.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 31 Jan. 2025
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Alexandra Koch, Fox News, 4 Feb. 2025
On closer examination by experts, the spider was identified as the cave-dwelling orb-weaver Metellina merianae, while the fungus appeared to be a new species.
—Michael Irving, New Atlas, 2 Feb. 2025
At a time when disco’s pounding beats and clubs filled with flashing lights dominated nightlife, Snow heard Dixieland jazz and pictured venues of quirky, extravagant beauty that demanded close examination.
—Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board, Orlando Sentinel, 31 Jan. 2025
For example, a close examination of the retina can reveal early signs of diabetes or high blood pressure.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 31 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for examination
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The candidates would pay someone to complete the certification exams on their behalf.—
Elizabeth Campbell,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
7 Feb. 2025
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According to the latest data, only 53% of the city’s public school students were proficient in math on state exams.—
Cayla Bamberger,
New York Daily News,
5 Feb. 2025
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National parks would be closed to the public, Food and Drug Administration food safety inspections could be delayed, agencies would largely not be allowed to issue new loans, and there could be disruptions to passport and visa services.—
Riley Beggin,
USA TODAY,
11 Feb. 2025
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In exchange, prosecutors say Adams pressured a New York City Fire Department official to grant permits to open a Turkish consular building that had failed to pass inspection.—
Paula Reid,
CNN,
11 Feb. 2025
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Ground facilities and equipment for the production and tests have been completed and are operational, and the construction of the Wenchang Spacecraft Launch Site on Hainan island is also proceeding as planned, according to CCTV.—
Andrew Jones,
Space.com,
14 Feb. 2025
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Yes, Chef! will put 12 talented chefs against one another — each of whom has been nominated by their bosses, coworkers, friends and family — for the ultimate test.—
Charna Flam,
People.com,
14 Feb. 2025
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Spokespeople for the Kansas City offices of ICE and HSI have not returned multiple inquiries from Star reporters asking whether agents had a warrant to enter private areas of El Potro or warrants authorizing the arrests of any specific individuals.—
Ilana Arougheti,
Kansas City Star,
14 Feb. 2025
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The audit findings were handed over to the Alaska State Troopers, spurring an FBI investigation that included interviews with commercial fishermen and several investors but ultimately no charges, according to investors familiar with the inquiry.—
ProPublica,
ProPublica,
13 Feb. 2025
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More than 77% of fiscal year 2023 audits occurred via correspondence, the IRS reported.—
Kate Dore, CFP®, EA,
CNBC,
15 Feb. 2025
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The emails were also included in an unredacted version of the audit released last month.—
Ishani Desai,
Sacramento Bee,
13 Feb. 2025
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Sailings run from December to May, during which time the region’s unpredictable weather abates for long enough to allow for comfortable exploration.—
Justin Meneguzzi,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Feb. 2025
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This voyage combines exploration and comfort, culminating in a front-row seat to one of nature's greatest shows.—
Daisy Dobrijevic,
Space.com,
8 Feb. 2025
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If there are legitimate concerns about such access uncovering American spies abroad, the Trump administration will come under stronger pressure to place tighter limits on DOGE, though the department's supporters will likely see this as an attempt by the deep state to shutdown scrutiny.—
Yaakov Katz,
Newsweek,
8 Feb. 2025
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Temu and Shein have taken steps to grow their operations in the U.S. as de minimis has come under greater scrutiny.—
Annie Palmer,
CNBC,
7 Feb. 2025
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As Top Legacy Streaming Titles Of 2024 For the purposes of the study, protagonists are the characters from whose perspective the story is told.—
Tom Tapp,
Deadline,
11 Feb. 2025
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Flashback: Over the years, factors that may have impacted Black med school student admission rates include: The influential 1910 Flexner Report: Without it, 29% more African American physicians would've graduated in 2019 alone, one JAMA study estimates.—
Steph Solis,
Axios,
11 Feb. 2025
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“Examination.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/examination. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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