under scrutiny

phrase

formal
: being carefully examined especially in a critical way
Their behavior is under scrutiny again.

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This upgrade marks a new chapter, though Nigeria's broader market standing remains under scrutiny, and its economic stability, especially during an election year, will be crucial for sustained foreign engagement. Dara-Abasi Ita, Forbes.com, 28 Aug. 2026 The new records raise questions about how the Morgans were able to mishandle human remains at multiple locations while allegedly under scrutiny by state and local officials. Casey Toner, CBS News, 27 Aug. 2026 Those issues under scrutiny include water and electricity use, noise and air pollution and impacts on roads and transportation infrastructure as well as quality of life. Adam Van Brimmer, AJC.com, 25 Aug. 2026 Kansas City has come under scrutiny in recent years over its level of public openness and local news organizations in 2025 called on the city to provide better access to transparent information. Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 24 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for under scrutiny

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“Under scrutiny.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/under%20scrutiny. Accessed 2 Sep. 2026.

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