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• noun (Context 1)

A procedure intended to establish the quality, performance, or reliability of something, especially before it is taken into widespread use.

Usage Example

"The engineers conducted a rigorous safety trial on the new autonomous vehicle."

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trial
evaluation
Strong
assessment
check
experiment
inspection
tryout
audit
dry run

• noun (Context 2)

A short written or spoken examination of a person's proficiency, knowledge, or aptitude.

Usage Example

"Students must pass a final exam at the end of the semester to receive their certification."

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exam
examination
quiz
assessment
Strong
evaluation
midterm
final
Weak
catechism

• verb (Context 3)

To take measures to check the quality, performance, or reliability of something (especially before putting it into practice).

Usage Example

"The software development team needs to try out the application thoroughly before releasing it to the public."

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try out
check
evaluate
Strong
assess
examine
trial
inspect
verify
probe
assay

• noun (Context 4)

A medical procedure or chemical reaction used to identify a substance, diagnose a disease, or detect the presence of a specific compound.

Usage Example

"The doctor ordered a blood analysis to check her cholesterol levels."

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analysis
screening
Strong
assay
workup
screen
checkup
Weak
biopsy

• verb (Context 5)

To administer an examination to someone to determine their knowledge, skills, or aptitude.

Usage Example

"The instructor will examine the class on the material covered during the first four weeks of the course."

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examine
quiz
assess
Strong
evaluate
question
Weak
catechize

• verb (Context 6)

To touch, taste, or otherwise interact with a substance or environment to determine its nature or safety.

Usage Example

"She carefully dipped her toe into the pool to check the water's temperature."

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check
Strong
sample
try
gauge
feel
taste
probe

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