as in precision
the quality or state of being very accurate
obviously, with brain surgery the accuracy of the incision is incredibly important
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Recent Examples of accuracy
Because accuracy is only one piece of what makes an experience effective.
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Keshav Agrawal, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Not only did this preserve the accuracy of interpretation, but digital technology opened new possibilities.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 8 Sep. 2025
While the bottle curls mirror the historical, that’s where the accuracy ends.
—Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 2 Sep. 2025
Rodgers' throws during training left even a veteran like Clark marveling at the mechanics, velocity, and accuracy.
—Cecil Merkerson Iii, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Aug. 2025
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Keshav Agrawal, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Not only did this preserve the accuracy of interpretation, but digital technology opened new possibilities.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 8 Sep. 2025
While the bottle curls mirror the historical, that’s where the accuracy ends.
—Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 2 Sep. 2025
Rodgers' throws during training left even a veteran like Clark marveling at the mechanics, velocity, and accuracy.
—Cecil Merkerson Iii, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for accuracy
Noun
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Creating a condensate from radioactive atoms has never been achieved, and the experiment would require extreme precision and strict safety measures.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Sep. 2025
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By combining national reach with local precision, technology with design expertise, and execution with vision, Ethosource is setting a new standard for how companies can bring their culture to life through space.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
9 Sep. 2025
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Victor’s own father is obsessed with legacy and perfection and mistreats his boy, and that cycle continues with Victor and the Creature.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
10 Sep. 2025
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That could mean the index is vulnerable to a pullback if the tech sector starts to falter — especially at a moment when many investors fear the megacaps are priced for perfection.—
Sarah Min,
CNBC,
10 Sep. 2025
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“Accuracy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accuracy. Accessed 14 Sep. 2025.
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