screening
Americannoun
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the act or work of a person who screens, as in ascertaining the character and competence of applicants, employees, etc.
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the showing of a motion picture.
There will be screenings at 6 p.m. and 8 p.m.
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(used with a singular or plural verb) screenings,
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undesirable material that has been separated from usable material by means of a screen or sieve.
screenings of imperfect grain.
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extremely fine coal.
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the meshed material used in screens for windows and doors.
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The TSA website has a list of the airports that participate in the Screening Partnership Program.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 28, 2026
It also said as of this morning, TSA PreCheck and Priority Screening aren’t available, though Clear is available to those who are currently enrolled.
From Barron's • Mar. 22, 2026
People over age 45 or those with a family history of bowel disease are encouraged to speak with their GP or visit the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program to learn about available screening options.
From Science Daily • Mar. 13, 2026
This one, which took place in City of Hope’s Cancer Prevention and Screening mobile clinic, was faster and easier.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 3, 2026
“More like hoping I don’t get chosen for the special Secondary Security Screening lottery.”
From "Love, Hate & Other Filters" by Samira Ahmed
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