DIAGNOSING Synonyms: 43 Similar and Opposite Words

diagnosing

verb

present participle of diagnose

as in identifying

to find out or establish the identity of Experts have introduced new technology for diagnosing certain types of cancer in their early stages.

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Recent Examples of diagnosing Organizers say this year’s summit is intended to move the movement beyond diagnosing that problem and toward solutions. — Jonathan M. Pitts, Baltimore Sun, 28 Sep. 2026 The American Society of Hematology recently set new standards for diagnosing iron deficiency. — Lindsey Bever, Washington Post, 26 Sep. 2026 After two hundred pages of diagnosing the Democrats’ problems, Jentleson devotes a single page to this solution, leaving many questions unanswered. — Isaac Arnsdorf, New Yorker, 18 Sep. 2026 High ethical stakes aside, the incredible potential for advancing stem cell research could open doors to regrowing brain tissue, personalizing therapies, and diagnosing neurological conditions long before symptoms emerge. — Mike McRae 17, New Atlas, 17 Sep. 2026 Here’s a look at the league’s protocol for diagnosing a concussion during the game. — Saad Yousuf, New York Times, 13 Sep. 2026 Because levels fluctuate, physicians should repeat testing to confirm a low result before diagnosing a patient. — Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2026 Home networking companies like NETGEAR make equipment for different household setups, but diagnosing the weak spot first can save plenty of unnecessary tinkering. — Matthew Kayser, Ascend Agency, 10 Sep. 2026 In my experience, many high-performing leaders are far more practiced at diagnosing problems than claiming progress. — Siri Swahari, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2026

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These Chargers have 13 games left, and identifying potential wins on the remaining schedule is a nearly impossible task.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 5 Oct. 2026
Research has documented multiple barriers to physical activity for autistic children and young people, while also identifying knowledgeable coaches, appropriate support and inclusive programs as important facilitators of participation.

— Irma Davarashvili, Forbes.com, 5 Oct. 2026

Definition of identifying

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Last month, the Supreme Court ruled 8-1 that the 4th Circuit had prematurely halted the rule, finding that the FCC must issue a decision on the Democratic candidates’ petition for review before the appeals court can get involved.

— Jack Birle, The Washington Examiner, 9 Oct. 2026
The power of finding joy and hope through adversity is also a big lesson.

— Jenny B. Fine, Footwear News, 9 Oct. 2026

Definition of finding

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The study found that 93 percent of shippers consider AI important, very important or critical when evaluating a 3PL.

— Glenn Taylor, Footwear News, 6 Oct. 2026
Nothing the model outputs should be able to talk its way past this layer, because the action layer is not reading the model’s output but evaluating the call itself.

— Alex Salazar, Forbes.com, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of evaluating

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After cops released a wanted poster Wednesday calling Carrasco armed and dangerous and asked the public’s help locating him, an acquaintance turned up at the 49th Precinct stationhouse, police sources said.

— Theodore Parisienne, New York Daily News, 8 Oct. 2026
In addition, Thompson is the only prosecutor in Idaho history to win a murder conviction without investigators ever locating the victim’s body.

— Kevin Fixler, Idaho Statesman, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of locating

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Argentina’s new Agency for Citizenship by Investment Programs will be the government office in charge of assessing applications for the new passport scheme.

— Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Oct. 2026
The airline said crews were assessing the aircraft and customers were being accommodated.

— Austin Turner, CBS News, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of assessing

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From Billy Graham to Little Richard The Bakkers had a talent for recognizing cultural trends and tailoring their message accordingly.

— John Wigger, The Conversation, 8 Oct. 2026
For the occasion, the Loewe Foundation will stage a major exhibition recognizing a decade of the Craft Prize, which also will open on the inaugural day of design week and run through April 28.

— Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of recognizing

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Prison authorities are investigating the incident as a homicide, and the Office of the Inspector General has been notified, according to CDCR.

— Michael McGough, Sacbee.com, 7 Oct. 2026
Santa Ana officials were investigating Monday after a video circulating on social media appeared to show two police officers throwing a suspect to the ground and beating him.

— Iris Kwok, Los Angeles Times, 6 Oct. 2026

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