CROSS-EXAMINATIONS Synonyms: 40 Similar Words

cross-examinations

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plural of cross-examination

as in challenges

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Noun

That poses creative challenges, but also a lot of opportunities.

— Josh Weiss, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
On Wednesday, New York Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch outlined a slew of challenges facing the city this weekend, including huge Independence Day celebrations, a World Cup match and a searing heat wave.

— Jake Offenhartz, Fortune, 2 July 2026

Definition of challenges

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Compared with platforms that emphasize community groups or compatibility questionnaires, OurTime focuses primarily on helping older adults browse profiles, discover potential matches, and communicate with other members in a straightforward format.

— Matthew Kayser Updated July 6, Miami Herald, 6 July 2026
Researchers assessed participants’ diets using detailed food questionnaires over six years and measured three blood biomarkers that are associated with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of brain injury.

— Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 6 July 2026

Definition of questionnaires

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The poll surveyed 3,000 adults nationwide through a combination of telephone interviews and online surveys delivered by text message.

— Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 4 July 2026
Seroprevalence surveys, which screen blood for antibodies that mark a past infection, suggest the true burden is far larger.

— John Drake, Forbes.com, 4 July 2026

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The committee held 56 hearings from 2013 through 2021, or an average of seven per year.

— Business Columnist, Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2026
In bail review hearings over the past year, Parisi has asked the court to set bail and allow her client to be released while the criminal case proceeds.

— Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 6 July 2026

Definition of hearings

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And Sephora uses data from customers’ browsing, purchase history, participation in quizzes, product reviews and other sources to deliver more personalized incentives through their Beauty Insider program.

— Jordan Glazier, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026
Toss the math tests, social studies quizzes, and science lab notes, but do be sure to hang on to a few mementos from the year that feel special.

— Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 23 June 2026

Definition of quizzes

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Marx, a religious nonprofit leader, has led Kirkmeyer for nearly a week after overtaking the veteran lawmaker the day after polls closed in the June 30 primary.

— Seth Klamann, Denver Post, 7 July 2026
Over the years, several polls have been marred by voter intimidation, the snatching of ballot boxes, and post-election violence.

— Alexander Onukwue, semafor.com, 6 July 2026

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