1
as in investigation
the separation and identification of the parts of a whole
investigators took the mysterious powder to the lab for analysis
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2
as in commentary
a series of explanations or observations on something (as an event)
gave a thorough analysis of the main character's motives
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Recent Examples of analysis
Eighteen individuals were booked into the Sacramento County Main Jail solely on charges related to being homeless over a period of four and a half weeks, an analysis of recent booking data shows.
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Ariane Lange, Sacbee.com, 28 May 2025
Patrick Moorhead, founder and CEO of analysis firm Moor Insights & Strategy, thinks Apple could feasibly shift some iPhone production to the US in five years.
—Lisa Eadicicco, CNN Money, 28 May 2025
But notably, even a slight increase in that threshold would have meant Florida got no federal assistance for the tornado spree in Tallahassee last year, or the rain bomb that flooded Fort Lauderdale in 2023, a Herald analysis found.
—Alex Harris, Miami Herald, 28 May 2025
These services include research, analysis, advising, consulting, benchmarking, acquisition matchmaking and video and speaking sponsorships.
—Robert Kramer, Forbes.com, 16 May 2025
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Ariane Lange, Sacbee.com, 28 May 2025
Patrick Moorhead, founder and CEO of analysis firm Moor Insights & Strategy, thinks Apple could feasibly shift some iPhone production to the US in five years.
—Lisa Eadicicco, CNN Money, 28 May 2025
But notably, even a slight increase in that threshold would have meant Florida got no federal assistance for the tornado spree in Tallahassee last year, or the rain bomb that flooded Fort Lauderdale in 2023, a Herald analysis found.
—Alex Harris, Miami Herald, 28 May 2025
These services include research, analysis, advising, consulting, benchmarking, acquisition matchmaking and video and speaking sponsorships.
—Robert Kramer, Forbes.com, 16 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for analysis
Noun
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My journalism awards include the 2010 Society of American Business Editors and Writers prize for commentary. 1 of 4 free articles Flash Sale: $49.99/Year.—
William Pesek,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2025
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Jafar Panahi) Panahi’s layered script weaves political commentary into an escalating series of small events.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
23 May 2025
Noun
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Traffic reopened in both directions after a preliminary inspection.—
N'dea Yancey-Bragg,
USA Today,
19 May 2025
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Trains cannot resume until safety inspections and equipment checks are completed, meaning contingency bus and light rail services will continue for now.—
Theo Burman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 May 2025
Noun
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The Thursday, May 22, comment follows Bieber's previous praise and support of Brown.—
Charna Flam,
People.com,
23 May 2025
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But his words, and similar comments by former Prime Minister Ehud Olmert in an interview with the BBC, underscored the rift within Israel.—
Nidal al-Mughrabi,
USA Today,
23 May 2025
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Success in the appeal can lead to savings for several years as the change becomes the basis for the next assessment, said Sepp.—
Ana Teresa Solá,
CNBC,
24 May 2025
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Our assessment of Barrick Mining across significant metrics such as Growth, Profitability, Financial Stability, and Resilience During Downturns indicates that the company exhibits a moderate operating performance and financial health, as elaborated below.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2025
Noun
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Unfortunately, some doctors are forgoing critical examination and relying only on the blood test.—
Khaleda Rahman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 May 2025
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The detection of a prostate nodule likely happened during a digital rectal examination (DRE).—
Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt,
CNN Money,
19 May 2025
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The swimmer, later identified as Sean Barton, a visitor from New Mexico, received initial treatment at the scene before being transported to a nearby hospital for further evaluation.—
Evan Moore,
Charlotte Observer,
29 May 2025
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After the plane landed safely, Priester was removed by Connecticut State Police and taken by ambulance to a local hospital for evaluation before he was arrested and charged.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
29 May 2025
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Historically, animal dissection laid the groundwork for early medicine, and breakthroughs from animal research have helped lead to polio vaccines, the preventative HIV medication PrEP, and treatments for Parkinson’s disease.—
Rachel Fobar,
Vox,
14 May 2025
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He was diagnosed with spontaneous coronary artery dissection, a rare condition in which a tear forms in a coronary artery and causes blockage.—
Cody Copeland,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 Apr. 2025
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“Analysis.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/analysis. Accessed 2 Jun. 2025.
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