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testing

adjective
test·​ing | \ ˈte-stiÅ‹ How to pronounce testing (audio) \

Definition of testing

: requiring maximum effort or ability a most difficult and testing problem— Ernest Bevin

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Examples of testing in a Sentence

beginning rock climbers should choose a less testing route to the summit

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And investors expect a more testing economic climate. The Economist, "More market volatility seems likely," 28 Mar. 2018 Slavisa Jokanovic's men have arguably been handed the most testing start to the Championship season, with the opening five games coming against clubs which at the start of the campaign were banded to finish within the top eight, at least. SI.com, "Why Fulham Fans Should Not Worry About the Whites' 1-0 Loss to Sheffield Wednesday at the Cottage," 21 Aug. 2017 Testing officers need special permission to enter these cities, which delays and in some cases prevents testing. Michael Powell, New York Times, "In Russian Doping Scandal, Time for a Punishment to Fit the Crime," 16 June 2016

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First Known Use of testing

1858, in the meaning defined above

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testing

adjective

English Language Learners Definition of testing

: difficult to deal with

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