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quiz

[kwiz] / kwɪz /
NOUN
questioning, often in an organized academic setting
Synonyms
STRONGEST
query
STRONG
check exam examination investigation shotgun test
WEAK
blue book
Antonyms
WEAK
answer reply
VERB
question
Synonyms
STRONGEST
grill inquire interrogate investigate query
STRONG
ask catechize check examine pump test
WEAK
cross-examine give the third degree pick one's brains
Antonyms
STRONGEST
answer reply

Example Sentences

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American director Steven Spielberg made a surprise appearance at a central London pub during a quiz night focused on his own filmography.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

Many readers flunked at least a few questions in the first quiz.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

Champions League quiz: Can you name every finalist?

From BBC • May 14, 2026

Reporter Anne Tergesen put together a quiz to help you make better choices.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 10, 2026

“Okay,” I say—but I don’t quiz her just yet.

From "Invisible Inkling" by Emily Jenkins

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Scrabble: Words that Begin with Q

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