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also empiric
1
as in observational
based on observation or experience
guidelines for raising children that are based on empirical evidence
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2
as in demonstrable
capable of being proven as true or real
a philosopher who does not regard "God exists" as an empirical statement
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Recent Examples of empirical
However, there is empirical evidence showing that the 2018 tariffs on steel and aluminum did raise prices, Won Sohn said, noting a 2020 Federal Reserve study that found an increase in producer prices, which eventually were passed along to consumers.
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Alicia Wallace, CNN, 1 Feb. 2025
On the one side stood religious fundamentalism with its insistence on a literal reading of scripture and submission to institutional authority; on the other stood scientific naturalism with its insistence that only empirical methods were valid routes to knowledge.
—Ben Woollard, JSTOR Daily, 29 Jan. 2025
Sweeping changes to companies DEI efforts impact local businesses 02:06
Corporate DEI programs aren't altruistic, experts emphasize, pointing to at least some empirical evidence showing that such efforts can help companies adapt to change, support innovation and even boost the bottom line.
—Megan Cerullo, CBS News, 28 Jan. 2025
Dirty work is often assumed to be unenlightened work, but wildland firefighters have a unique empirical understanding of natural forces.
—M. R. O’Connor, The New Yorker, 27 Jan. 2025
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Alicia Wallace, CNN, 1 Feb. 2025
On the one side stood religious fundamentalism with its insistence on a literal reading of scripture and submission to institutional authority; on the other stood scientific naturalism with its insistence that only empirical methods were valid routes to knowledge.
—Ben Woollard, JSTOR Daily, 29 Jan. 2025
Sweeping changes to companies DEI efforts impact local businesses 02:06
Corporate DEI programs aren't altruistic, experts emphasize, pointing to at least some empirical evidence showing that such efforts can help companies adapt to change, support innovation and even boost the bottom line.
—Megan Cerullo, CBS News, 28 Jan. 2025
Dirty work is often assumed to be unenlightened work, but wildland firefighters have a unique empirical understanding of natural forces.
—M. R. O’Connor, The New Yorker, 27 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for empirical
Adjective
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In the first instance, companies should conduct pilot programs and identify specific use cases where AI can deliver quick, demonstrable wins.—
Alexander Clausbruch,
Forbes,
27 Feb. 2025
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Activist campaigns targeting specific corporations have had a demonstrable impact in recent years.—
Russell Leung,
CNBC,
7 Feb. 2025
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Council Member Elizabeth Beck, whose district includes West 7th, questioned whether the city needed a more objective metric like the sound meters to enforce the vibration changes.—
Harrison Mantas,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
4 Mar. 2025
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The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism offers a free questionnaire that provides people with an objective picture of their habits, participants receive help setting limits and identifying what drives their urge to drink.—
Kristen Mascia,
Parents,
4 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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In Court The Role of AI Search Tools in Research The need for reliable, verifiable information has never been more pressing in academics.—
Gary Drenik,
Forbes,
6 Mar. 2025
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Stick to apps with a transparent development team and verifiable functionalities.—
Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report,
Fox News,
13 Feb. 2025
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Although the administration insists this will not be the case, there is no factual reason to believe that narrative as these cut moves are not about efficiency, safety or functionality.—
William Lambers,
Newsweek,
7 Mar. 2025
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When users encounter incomplete or misleading information, the model loses credibility—particularly in scenarios requiring factual accuracy, such as healthcare or legal advice.—
Praveen Thopalle,
Forbes,
6 Mar. 2025
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What To Know Bove's memo outlines a return to policies aimed at pursuing the most serious provable offenses, a hallmark of prior Republican administrations.—
Raul A. Reyes,
Newsweek,
22 Jan. 2025
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One of the key ways to do this will be to focus on concrete and provable actions.—
Catherine Erdly,
Forbes,
23 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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During Dex’s experimental surgery at the end, the camera lingered on a bullseye symbol reflected in his eye, a sign of his transformation into the famous comics version of the character.—
Ben Rosenstock,
TIME,
5 Mar. 2025
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In simple terms, today’s technologies are largely experimental, proof-of-concept or prototypes.—
Bernard Marr,
Forbes,
5 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The program emphasizes practical skills and experiential learning, preparing students for immediate entry into the business world.—
Gerald Bradshaw,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Feb. 2025
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This strong alumni network, along with SCAD’s focus on collaboration and experiential learning, is a source of pride for Reeve-Rabb, who’s particularly excited for next year’s awards season.—
Spenser Mestel,
The Hollywood Reporter,
27 Feb. 2025
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Complete with two carry-ons and two checkable bags, each suitcase is outfitted in 100 percent ABS, hardwearing material that resists scratches and dents.—
Alyssa Brascia,
Travel + Leisure,
18 Jan. 2025
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Chief among these is the famous P versus NP problem, which asks whether all problems with easily checkable solutions are also easy to solve with the right ingenious algorithm.—
WIRED,
WIRED,
29 Oct. 2023
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“Empirical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/empirical. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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