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clinical

Pronunciation: [/ˈklɪnɪkəl/]

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clinical: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use clinical in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “medicine”

(adjective) relating to the observation and treatment of actual patients rather than theoretical study. When a doctor observes a patient and makes decisions based on their findings.

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The doctor's clinical judgment was crucial in diagnosing the patient's condition.

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The professor's research was purely theoretical and not clinical in nature.

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How important is clinical experience for a doctor?

Context: “cold, detached”

(adjective) showing a cold, detached attitude or manner. When someone is more focused on facts and logic than emotions.

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Her clinical analysis of the situation helped to find a practical solution.

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His clinical approach made others feel like he didn't care about their feelings.

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Why is it sometimes necessary to be clinical in decision-making?

How to pronounce clinical

Pronunciation: [/ˈklɪnɪkəl/]

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