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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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Lead can harm the brain and nervous systems and lead to developmental problems like growth and speech.—
Howard Cohen,
Miami Herald,
23 May 2025
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Kasten said there have been discussions about playing exhibition games in Europe within the next two years, as well as building ties with European leagues for developmental purposes and even of one day establishing teams there.—
John Wawrow,
Chicago Tribune,
23 May 2025
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Instead the internet and social media accelerated a process in which the whole notion of an empirical truth has become watered down and distorted.—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
15 May 2025
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Decisions were made on the basis of rigorous empirical research and vetting through the minds of the experts — the men and women who led the agencies.—
Michael Eric Siegel,
Baltimore Sun,
17 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Police said their preliminary investigation indicates that the unidentified teen was handling a gun while recording her social media video when the firearm went off and struck her in the upper body.—
Jonathan Limehouse,
USA Today,
23 May 2025
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Investigators at the time said preliminary evidence suggested a murder-suicide — an outcome their family members refused to believe.—
Javon Huynh,
CNN Money,
23 May 2025
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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 5 Jun. 2025.
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