as in investigation
a systematic search for the truth or facts about something
a candidate for the priesthood must be able to withstand an intense probation of his personal character
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Recent Examples of probation
The charges against Roman Basso constitute a Class X felony, which carries a prison sentence of 6 to 30 years, with no probation allowed.
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Addison Wright, Chicago Tribune, 9 Jan. 2026
Lattimore ultimately faced one year of non-reporting probation.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 9 Jan. 2026
Officials in Westworth Village did not immediately respond to an email or phone call Friday seeking comment about LaGrone’s probation.
—Sarah Bahari, Dallas Morning News, 9 Jan. 2026
Dion Schontten, 23, of Waterbury was taken into custody on Wednesday at a probation appointment, according to Sgt.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 8 Jan. 2026
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The presence of state investigators on scene at the latest shooting by a federal immigration officer was notable, given federal authorities had previously blocked the BCA from participating in the investigation of the shooting of Good.—
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An investigation into the source of salmonella contamination is ongoing, officials said.—
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The examination of the past all feels pretty surface-level.—
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After an examination of her records, the election board said 188 of Walker Thomas’ petition signatures were invalid, which brought her total number of valid signatures to 445, below the minimum 500 signatures required to run.—
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The lawmakers have pushed back against the administration and argued the Justice Department's inquiries are politically motivated.—
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Huawei, in response to CNBC inquiries, declined to comment on its intention to list or stay private.—
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China's most prominent role is in Russia's Arctic zone, where it has been involved in mining, energy resources exploration and potentially in military exercises, said Grimsson.—
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The song is also an early exploration of love as a spiritual force.—
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Islands and small economies will be disproportionately affected, given the regions' dependence on seafood and nutrition, according to the study.—
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One in three would choose AI over humans for serious conversations, according to the study.—
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“Probation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/probation. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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