exact science
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of exact science
First recorded in 1860–65
Example Sentences
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Despite the medium’s many scholars and the mathematicians working hard to calculate box office predictions and forecast trends, film is not an exact science.
From Salon ● Jul. 22, 2026
“I think I’m confident because there’s no exact science on ramping up early and success, or being methodical and not participating to result in success during the season,” Roberts said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 21, 2026
This is not an exact science, but the cumulation of data is what led to the conclusion reached by Stella and many others.
From BBC ● Feb. 20, 2026
Determining the points at which past Fed chairs became lame ducks is not an exact science, needless to say.
From MarketWatch ● Feb. 19, 2026
I’m sure she knows the exact science of it.
From "The Sun Is Also a Star" by Nicola Yoon
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