samples

NOUN

example, model

Synonyms

STRONGEST

case fragment pattern piece sampling specimen

STRONG

bit bite constituent element exemplification illustration indication individual instance morsel part portion representative segment sign typification unit

WEAK

case history cross section

Antonyms

STRONGEST

whole

VERB

taste, try

Synonyms

STRONGEST

examine inspect savor sip

STRONG

experience experiment partake test

Example Sentences

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Broadwell brought back algae samples to a lab at the University of Bristol's Cabot Institute for the Environment, for detailed analysis of its DNA alongside other samples from the Arctic and the Alps.

From BBC • Jun. 30, 2026

Genetic testing conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found that the bacteria that infected two of the infants weren’t closely genetically linked to samples found at the plant.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 29, 2026

Each person completed a simple finger-prick blood test, and the samples were analyzed by a specialist laboratory.

From Science Daily • Jun. 24, 2026

When Supergirl makes a pit stop at a celestial convenience store, she samples a snack that I’m forced to call poop-corn.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 24, 2026

Next I tried the new willow grove samples.

From "Willodeen" by Katherine Applegate