precision

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But when his precision let him down, he came out on top because he played like a wily vet who knows Augusta National even better than its own members.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

Their findings, published on April 10 in Astronomy & Astrophysics, place the Hubble constant at 73.50 ± 0.81 kilometers per second per megaparsec, achieving a precision slightly better than 1%.

From Science Daily • Apr. 12, 2026

Yet on Friday, they bolstered that purity with the confidence, swagger and precision of the veteran rock act they’ve become.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 11, 2026

If asked to picture Janet Jackson, one of three images likely comes to mind: “Rhythm Nation 1814” Janet, a revolutionary in a black uniform and cap, cutting the air with drill sergeant precision.

From Salon • Apr. 11, 2026

She can pick up a single peanut with elegant precision, tickle a passing mouse, tap the shoulder of a dozing keeper.

From "The One and Only Ivan" by Katherine Applegate