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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
The plaintiffs presented no empirical evidence to the contrary—no evidence that the copying has already caused market harm, and no evidence that the copying is likely to cause market harm in the future.
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Ted Johnson, Deadline, 25 June 2025
Migration commentators in the U.K. point out there is little empirical evidence for a deterrence effect.
—Frey Lindsay, Forbes.com, 26 May 2025
The research provides the first comprehensive empirical look at how these systems actually work, offering insights that could reshape Fourth Amendment jurisprudence.
—Lars Daniel, Forbes.com, 11 June 2025
While Marcus has been making similar arguments for years and is known for his AI skepticism, the new research provides fresh empirical support for his particular brand of criticism.
—ArsTechnica, 11 June 2025
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Ted Johnson, Deadline, 25 June 2025
Migration commentators in the U.K. point out there is little empirical evidence for a deterrence effect.
—Frey Lindsay, Forbes.com, 26 May 2025
The research provides the first comprehensive empirical look at how these systems actually work, offering insights that could reshape Fourth Amendment jurisprudence.
—Lars Daniel, Forbes.com, 11 June 2025
While Marcus has been making similar arguments for years and is known for his AI skepticism, the new research provides fresh empirical support for his particular brand of criticism.
—ArsTechnica, 11 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for empirical
Adjective
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The reality is that sales teams are working harder than ever, but without demonstrable outcomes for their efforts.—
Anand Shah,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
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The demonstrable diminution of Russia’s space-exploration capabilities and plans makes the nation’s need for partnerships all the more urgent—and, some analysts say, all the harder to come by because Russia seemingly has less to offer potential partners.—
Eugene Gerden,
Scientific American,
30 June 2025
Adjective
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By focusing on objective criteria and standardizing evaluation processes, AI agents can help ensure that all candidates are assessed fairly.—
Ray Culver,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Blain said in the statement that the independent investigative report — and the censure vote — were not objective inquiries, but the result of politics.—
Julie Gallant,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 July 2025
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Smith’s deal highlights how, in today’s unmistakably commercialized era of college sports, universities are explicitly prioritizing revenue over all other forms of verifiable success.—
Daniel Libit,
Sportico.com,
15 July 2025
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To thrive in the post-SEO world, firms must pivot from chasing algorithms to building verifiable authority.—
Christer Holloman,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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But the Court of Appeals ruling said a hearing to present evidence is not always required before issuing a preliminary injunction and if there are no factual disputes.—
Alec Johnson,
jsonline.com,
3 July 2025
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With 74 percent of respondents expressing uncertainty about at least one claim's veracity, the findings highlight the challenge facing voters where shared factual understanding appears increasingly fragmented.—
Adeola Adeosun,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 July 2025
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But for complex agents, provable utility doesn’t come easily.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
26 June 2025
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For DevSecOps teams, this means bypassing hype for solutions that deliver provable, repeatable outcomes—exactly where deterministic systems excel.—
Ian Amit,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2025
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Participants were presented with a series of experimental questions along with two facial photographs, one of a bearded face and another of a non-bearded one.—
Jack Beresford,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 July 2025
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The interaction was one of many highlights during the team’s three-day experimental broadcast, an interactive, behind-the-scenes look with a booth full of former players.—
Dan Hayes,
New York Times,
11 July 2025
Adjective
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Others speculated that the site would become an experiential business, like the bars, restaurants and mini golf courses around Golden 1 Center that draw foot traffic from Sacramento Kings games.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
10 July 2025
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Another shining example of the unique approach of an experiential hotel is a hotel bordering Joshua Tree National Park in California.—
Rafi Golberstein,
Forbes.com,
7 July 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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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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“Empirical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/empirical. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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