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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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However Oskolkov, who previously discovered ancient fungus in the mummy's guts, cautioned that the yeast samples were only taken in 2010 and 2019.

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

By leveraging AI, economists will be able to replicate the complex economic system at a granular level rather than relying on population or cohort averages, or data extrapolated from smaller samples.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

The study examined tissue samples from three generations of mice between 4 and 6 months of age.

From Science Daily • Jun. 1, 2026

Lame says people with suspected Ebola have samples taken to determine whether or not they have the virus, and another one 48 hours later if the first comes back negative.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

I’ve seen her in the cafeteria, handing out samples when the teachers aren’t looking.

From "A Place at the Table" by Saadia Faruqi and Laura Shovan