profiling
Pronunciation: [ˈproʊfaɪlɪŋ]
Context: “data analysis”
(verb) to create a detailed description of someone or something based on information. It's like putting together clues to understand a person better, especially in areas like online activity or behavior.
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The detective is profiling the suspect to gather more information about his past.
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They weren't profiling the data correctly, so their conclusions were inaccurate.
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How does profiling help in understanding behavior patterns?
Context: “investigation”
(noun) the act of making a detailed description or analysis of someone or something. This can include gathering information to identify likely behaviors or patterns.
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The profiling of the suspect led to important clues in the case.
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The profiling report failed to provide useful insights into the investigation.
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What information is included in the profiling report?
Context: “social behavior”
(noun) the practice of judging someone based on their characteristics like race, appearance, or background. It’s often a bad thing because it can lead to unfair treatment.
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They discussed the negative effects of racial profiling on communities.
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Profiling based on stereotypes can cause more harm than good.
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What steps can be taken to reduce racial profiling?