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control survey

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noun

  1. an accurate survey of a region forming a basis for more detailed surveys.

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Farbenblum points to an infection control survey by the New York State Department of Health on May 4 that found no deficiencies.

From Washington Post • Jun. 16, 2020

For the study, control survey responses were collected prior to campaign launch to ensure no exposure to branded podcast.

From Slate • Mar. 13, 2017

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