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sample

[sam-puhl, sahm-] / ˈsæm pəl, ˈsɑm- /




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While the large sample size and long follow-up strengthen the findings, the researchers note that unmeasured factors could still play a role.

From Science Daily • Apr. 18, 2026

I had more trouble with voiceless consonants than voiced ones—one of the sample sentences for this type of SD reduced my voice to a whisper on nearly every syllable.

From Slate • Apr. 18, 2026

Critical Metals expects to begin a pilot plant program in May, beginning with a 150-metric-ton bulk sample.

From Barron's • Apr. 17, 2026

One adviser told our undercover reporter they would issue a sample questionnaire to show recent questions that other applicants had been asked in order to help them prepare.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

We hope you’ll continue to work on your craft, and we invite you to apply again next year with a new writing sample.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison




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