How to Use "Exact" with Example Sentences

exact (adj): perfectly correct and accurate

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Used with nouns:

"We need to pour exact amounts of the chemicals."
(amounts, measurements)

"His answer was the exact opposite of what I was expecting."
(opposite)

"I need the exact dimensions for the report."
(dimensions, distance, calculations, details, measurements)

"His model was an exact copy of the original."
(copy, reproduction, likeness, duplicate, replica)

"He gave the policeman an exact description of the missing item."
(description)

"We are trying to find the exact location of the missing boat."
(location, position, coordinates)

exact (v): to demand and get something from someone

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Used with nouns:

"The teacher tries to exact obedience from his students."
(obedience)

"He exacted revenge on his rival."
(revenge, vengeance)