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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
By age 14, Abergel had dropped out of school, taken his graduate record examinations and ventured to New York in hopes of one day joining the American Ballet Theatre.
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Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 7 Jan. 2026
The Commonwealth has experts that will soon start an examination of Clancy for competency to stand.
—Colleen Cronin, Boston Herald, 7 Jan. 2026
Siblings, a ghost horse, an anti-war bent and an examination of our near-dystopic near-future are pretty much guaranteed—but beyond that, expect the unexpected, as ever.
—Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 6 Jan. 2026
Harvest registration may include an examination of the fish's internal organs and removal of a piece of fin tissue for DNA analysis or aging.
—Tanya Wildt, Freep.com, 5 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for examination
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Kim Kardashian did not pass the bar exam, according to her Instagram stories.—
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The result comes after Kardashian previously failed the California bar exam three times.—
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Detectives from the Police Department’s Major Collision Investigation Unit responded to take over the investigation, but the circumstances of the crash remained under investigation.—
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Crime in Anne Arundel County Saturday's shooting initiated Anne Arundel County's first homicide investigation of 2026.—
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Because Indiana doesn't require routine vehicle inspections, the truck remained street legal.—
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The scheduled follow-up inspection has not yet occurred.—
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The Missouri Tigers will face their first power conference test Wednesday.—
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The American Culture Quiz is a weekly test of our unique national traits, trends, history and people, including current events and the sights and sounds of the United States.—
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The commission primarily opens inquiries in response to tips – and bigger investigations can often take years to complete.—
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Gemini will assess people’s purchasing intent — for example an inquiry about removing a wine stain out of a rug could lead to links for related products sold at Walmart.—
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In another audit, the city will review the Public Works Department, which oversees water and sewer operations and billing, with an emphasis on water management, infrastructure and service.—
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In an audit of the Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection over two fiscal years, the state’s bipartisan auditors found that 56% of troopers in the various barracks surveyed had earned more money in overtime than in their base salaries.—
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Seven miles of nature trails invite exploration on foot or by bike, while 70 acres of canals and lakes are easily navigated in a kayak or atop a paddleboard.—
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The United States is also spearheading an initiative called the Artemis Accords, which seeks to establish a set of norms for safe, sustainable and peaceful space exploration.—
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Transparent procurement, international oversight, open data (where feasible) and meaningful parliamentary scrutiny can keep ambition accountable.—
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Visa and MasterCard have responded to growing scrutiny with minor, cosmetic adjustments, but the core problem remains unchanged.—
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“Examination.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/examination. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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