under a/the microscope

phrase

: in a state of being watched very closely

Celebrities can find it difficult (to be) living under the microscope.

The business has recently been put under the microscope by federal investigators.

Examples of under a/the microscope in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Princess Eugenie and Princess Beatrice have been under the microscope since their father, the former prince Andrew, was arrested for suspicion of misconduct in public office. — Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 24 Mar. 2026

Through the season, Peterson’s relationship with his father — who declined multiple interview requests for this story — has come under the microscope. — Shreyas Laddha, Kansas City Star, 17 Mar. 2026

But those companies may not be the only ones under the microscope. — Katie Palmer, STAT, 12 Mar. 2026

While the right-hander is away from Camelback Ranch, other pitchers vying for a spot in the Dodgers’ starting rotation will be under the microscope — especially with health concerns yet again coming into play. — Senior Editor, Los Angeles Times, 6 Mar. 2026