science

noun

ˈsī-ən(t)s How to pronounce science (audio)
Definition of sciencenext
as in knowledge
a body of facts learned by study or experience the science of medicine grew tremendously in the course of the 19th century

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Recent Examples of science As many researchers have pointed out to us, there is no better time in history to be doing science, even when working against the headwinds of funding cuts and the rampant spread of misinformation. — Jeanna Bryner, Scientific American, 18 Aug. 2026 Washington can tackle this challenge and strengthen American firms by revitalizing federal funding for basic science and investing in the human talent to win the biotech race. — Elizabeth Sherwood-Randall, Foreign Affairs, 18 Aug. 2026 Today Stickgold is widely perceived as one of the giants of modern dream science, having inspired and trained a generation of researchers. — Veronique Greenwood, Time, 18 Aug. 2026 Jim Dunn has spent approximately 30 years operating across those realities, building a career that began in research science and evolved into executive leadership roles across global organizations. — K.h. Koehler, USA Today, 18 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for science
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  • The court document said that, around two weeks later, the resident discovered an AirTag concealed under the backseat of their car that was placed by their former partner without their knowledge or consent.
    — Nicholas Lentz, CBS News, 17 Aug. 2026
  • The lessons learned and knowledge accumulated by your scientists and engineers are valuable human capital that no one else has.
    — Edward Lotterman, Twin Cities, 16 Aug. 2026
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“Science.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/science. Accessed 20 Aug. 2026.

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