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exact

12 definitions • 21 examples
1
in great detail, or complete, correct, or true in every way:

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The exact distance is 1.838 metres.
The exact time of the accident was 2.43 p.m.
to be exact "I still owe you £7, don't I?" "Actually, it's £7.30 to be exact."
The exact location of the factory has yet to be decided.
2

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We all like to think that medicine is an exact science, but that isn't always the case.
Unlike astronomy, astrology cannot be described as an exact science.
3

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Diagnosis is not an exact science: two doctors can look at the same test results and come up with a different opinion.
Predicting hurricane location is not an exact science: even with the best technology, the computer models have a margin of error of 80 miles.
4
to demand and get something, sometimes using force or threats:

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to exact revenge on someone
The blackmailers exacted a total of $100,000 from their victims.
5
to make something necessary:

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6

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The exact distance is 3.4 miles.
Do you have the exact time?
"Is it 12 o’clock yet?" "It’s 12:03 to be exact."
7
Exact is sometimes used to increase emphasis on the following word:

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She’s going through the exact same things I went through.
8
to demand and obtain something, sometimes using threats or force:

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to exact revenge
9
complete, correct, or true in every way:

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exact number/amount/price The exact purchase price will depend on the company’s per-share book value on the deal's closing date.
We are going to provide over $50 million, $52 million to be exact, in grants.
10
the correct amount of cash needed to pay for something, and not more or less than the amount needed:

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Do you have the exact change? We’re out of quarters.
11
to demand a payment from someone:

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Creditors may exact severe penalties if the borrower defaults.
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to create problems, loss, danger, etc. for someone or something:

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Alcohol and drug abusers exact a heavy toll on American businesses due to lower productivity, increased absenteeism, and accidents.

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