empirically

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And they empirically tested that theory, looking at the correlation of buy-the-dip versus the SG Trend index, which is the average return of the top 10 hedge funds running trend-following strategies.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 5, 2025

Again, this is what my research based on that survey data found empirically.

From Slate • Feb. 26, 2025

"This allowed us to empirically determine the sweetness of our recipe as expressed in the equivalent amount of powdered sugar," says Mishra.

From Science Daily • May 21, 2024

Experts have empirically shown such behavior likely indicates some type of brain disease.

From Salon • Mar. 25, 2024

In consequence, every living cell has a consistent, low level of C14—they are all very slightly radioactive, a phenomenon that Libby first observed empirically.

From "1491" by Charles C. Mann