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imprecise

[im-pruh-sahys] / ˌɪm prəˈsaɪs /








ADJECTIVE
inexact
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Example Sentences

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“From a normal lawyerly perspective, these things are really imprecise. But that imprecision gives maximum flexibility so that a range of people can be targeted and, potentially, chilled,” she said.

From Salon

Critics said the language was imprecise, including a mandate to get rid of departments that belittle conservative ideas.

From The Wall Street Journal

“Battlefield damage assessment is an imprecise art, with initial estimates frequently being way off,” said Patrick Clawson, an expert on Iran and director for research at The Washington Institute for Near East Policy.

From Los Angeles Times

The margin of error may be imprecise; however, the survey’s estimated margin of error for Los Angeles County voters is 2 percentage points, and higher for subgroups.

From Los Angeles Times

The margin of error may be imprecise; however, the survey’s estimated margin of error for L.A.

From Los Angeles Times