precision

noun

pri-ˈsi-zhən How to pronounce precision (audio)
Definition of precisionnext
as in accuracy
the quality or state of being very accurate the company that measures TV ratings prides itself on the precision of its calculations

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Recent Examples of precision From a pharmaceutical point of view, this opened the door to the creation of chiral drugs containing only the necessary version of the molecule, achieving greater precision and lower side effects. — Annalisa Merelli, STAT, 7 Oct. 2026 In a precision surgical implant setting, that same margin can be the difference between restoring function or merely stabilizing it. — Vikas Verma, Forbes.com, 6 Oct. 2026 Nail Polish Pens Create your own nail art or tackle quick touch ups with precision polish pens that dry in about 60 seconds. — ABC News, 5 Oct. 2026 Some manufacturers, like Cherry, also claim that inductive-switch keyboards offer higher precision, including with analog input. — ArsTechnica, 5 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for precision
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  1. accuracy
  2. perfection
Noun
  • Crews used laser levels and temporary adhesive to fix items to the walls, checking their work for accuracy against renderings of the actual office before nailing many adornments to the walls.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 5 Oct. 2026
  • Despite the slight blue shift, most people will find the P1's color accuracy more than acceptable.
    — M. David Stone, PC Magazine, 4 Oct. 2026
Definition of accuracy
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  • While Indiana and Hoover are striving for perfection as the program aims to defend its national title, TCU is just hoping to score more than two touchdowns against a Power Four opponent.
    — Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Oct. 2026
  • Possibly, but Sheridan is famously focused on perfection and crafting a compelling story.
    — David Hookstead OutKick, FOXNews.com, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of perfection

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“Precision.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/precision. Accessed 9 Oct. 2026.

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