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heuristics

/hjuˈɹɪstɪks/

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A heuristic method.

Examples :

"When deciding which groceries to buy on a budget, I rely on heuristics like sticking to store brands and choosing items on sale, rather than meticulously comparing every single price. "

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The art of applying heuristic methods.

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"When trying to quickly solve a puzzle, we often rely on heuristics, like looking for corner pieces first. "

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A technique designed for solving a problem when classic methods are too slow or fail to find any exact solution.

Examples :

"When deciding which grocery store line to choose, I often rely on heuristics like "pick the shortest line" or "avoid lines with people buying lots of produce," even though they don't guarantee the fastest checkout. "

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The study of heuristic methods and principles.

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"In computer science, heuristics are often used to find approximate solutions to problems that are too complex to solve perfectly in a reasonable amount of time. "

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Heuristic methods and approaches considered collectively.

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"A chef uses heuristics, like smelling the sauce and tasting a small sample, to quickly decide if a dish needs more seasoning. "

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(by extension) Simple, efficient rules which people often use to form judgments and make decisions.

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"When deciding what to eat for lunch, many people use heuristics like "avoid fast food" or "choose something with vegetables" to make a quick decision. "

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(by extension) Experience-based methods used to reduce the need for calculations pertaining to equipment size, performance, or operating conditions.

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"To quickly estimate how much paint to buy for a room, experienced painters often rely on heuristics, such as calculating one gallon per 400 square feet, rather than precise measurements. "

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