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as in developmental
made or done as an experiment
an experimental procedure for patients suffering from leukemia
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as in empirical
based on observation or experience
asserted that experimental knowledge is vastly superior to idle speculation and theorizing
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Recent Examples of experimental
The French-Belgian production, distributed internationally by Indie Sales, blends experimental storytelling with animation.
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Jamie Lang, Variety, 24 May 2025
In recent years, instead of going for experimental looks, reminiscent of underground London, she’s opted for the classics like French bobs and natural beats.
—India Espy-Jones, Essence, 22 May 2025
Polish-born and Paris-based, Piotr Kamler is an experimental animator whose work explores temporal distortions and spatial paradoxes, conjuring here a slow-creeping sense of entrapment intensified by an unnerving soundscape—a clear antecedent to Barker’s nightmarish visions.
—Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 21 May 2025
If so, Ian could qualify for a new experimental trial.
—Sarah Zhang, The Atlantic, 16 May 2025
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Jamie Lang, Variety, 24 May 2025
In recent years, instead of going for experimental looks, reminiscent of underground London, she’s opted for the classics like French bobs and natural beats.
—India Espy-Jones, Essence, 22 May 2025
Polish-born and Paris-based, Piotr Kamler is an experimental animator whose work explores temporal distortions and spatial paradoxes, conjuring here a slow-creeping sense of entrapment intensified by an unnerving soundscape—a clear antecedent to Barker’s nightmarish visions.
—Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 21 May 2025
If so, Ian could qualify for a new experimental trial.
—Sarah Zhang, The Atlantic, 16 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for experimental
Adjective
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My key takeaways from this conference included the importance of relational and developmental leadership, systems literacy and the democratization of leadership tools.—
Maureen Metcalf,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025
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Long-term exposure may contribute to developmental delays, lower IQ and behavioral issues in children.—
Jasmine Laws,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 June 2025
Adjective
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The empirical evidence, however, suggests otherwise.—
Dave Wessner,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2025
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And despite claims that providing unemployment insurance will encourage striking workers to stay out longer, both common sense and empirical evidence suggest otherwise.—
Ed Hawthorne,
Hartford Courant,
25 May 2025
Adjective
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Officials believe the girls most likely died by asphyxiation, according to a preliminary report filed with the Chelan County Superior Court, Fox 13 Seattle reported.—
Nicole Acosta,
People.com,
5 June 2025
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Thursday’s preliminary injunction made that relief more long term and acknowledged the irreparable harm that Chung could otherwise face.—
Cayla Bamberger,
New York Daily News,
5 June 2025
Adjective
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The idea that there are no objective facts, only perceptions, has gained currency in recent decades.—
James T. Kloppenberg,
Time,
28 May 2025
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In this reality, truth becomes less about objective absolutes and more about process.—
Rhea Wessel,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
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American Airlines passenger restrained, knocked down while trying to enter pilot cockpit: video Intense footage shows the moment an American Airlines passenger attempted to enter the pilot's cockpit, causing chaos.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
1 May 2025
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Four crew members – a pilot, co-pilot, paramedic and doctor – were also on board the flight, which was scheduled to stop for refueling at the Springfield airport before continuing to its final destination of Tijuana, Mexico, Gold told CNN.—
Rebekah Riess,
CNN,
6 Feb. 2025
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“Experimental.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/experimental. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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