exact
Example Sentences
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Although the exact role of astrocytes in these regions is still unclear, researchers believe they are likely contributing there as well.
From Science Daily • Apr. 4, 2026
Although Nevada regulators investigated and fined the health practitioners involved in administering the peptides, investigators weren’t able to determine the exact cause of the reaction.
From Salon • Apr. 4, 2026
At the beginning of the war, exact U.S. objectives weren’t clearly or formally stated, and I guessed the president would make them clear the day operations cease.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026
And the company has pinpointed an exact year by which it’s urging the public to prepare for this event.
From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026
The exact kind he kept in a bucket at home for kindling.
From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman
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