empirical data
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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The writer pointed to the standard empirical data points – consumer confidence, morale, the usuals – but eventually landed on the basic plausible theory that chasing down conspiracies is just plain fun.
From Salon ● Oct. 13, 2025
They were basing their estimates on estimated complication rates, not empirical data.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 24, 2024
There is virtually no empirical data on real accidents involving hydrogen-powered vehicles in tunnels due to their low traffic share to date.
From Science Daily ● May 28, 2024
“There's empirical data about river warming pretty much worldwide,” he said.
From Scientific American ● Oct. 30, 2023
I find no literature or empirical data directed to a middle schooler.
From "Counting by 7s" by Holly Goldberg Sloan
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