as in inspection
a close look at or over someone or something in order to judge condition
a survey of the premises revealed that four of the exit doors were locked
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as in to interview
to go around and approach (people) with a request for opinions or information
surveyed the medical residents and found out that 60% of them don't think they get enough sleep
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as in to review
to look over closely (as for judging quality or condition)
surveyed the books at the estate sale, fondly hoping to find a rare first edition
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Recent Examples of survey
Connie Ogle, Miami Herald, 3 Oct. 2025
According to a survey by produce industry trade publication The Packer, households making $25k-$50k annually are ~50% less likely to purchase blueberries, blackberries, and raspberries than households making $100k+.
—Mark Dent, HubSpot, 3 Oct. 2025
Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 2 Oct. 2025
According to the survey's findings, 31% of Arizonans surveyed between 2023 and 2024 identified as not religiously affiliated.
—Jose R. Gonzalez, AZCentral.com, 2 Oct. 2025
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Noun
That’s the conclusion of a survey by WalletHub, a personal finance website and app, which analyzed more than 180 cities around the United States using 28 indicators of appeal, including the cost of groceries, affordability and accessibility of high-quality restaurants and food festivals per capita.
—Connie Ogle, Miami Herald, 3 Oct. 2025
According to a survey by produce industry trade publication The Packer, households making $25k-$50k annually are ~50% less likely to purchase blueberries, blackberries, and raspberries than households making $100k+.
—Mark Dent, HubSpot, 3 Oct. 2025
Verb
What the Survey Reveals About Pregnancy Myths Talker Research surveyed 2,000 parents-to-be, including 250 who are currently pregnant and 250 who are actively trying to conceive.
—Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 2 Oct. 2025
According to the survey's findings, 31% of Arizonans surveyed between 2023 and 2024 identified as not religiously affiliated.
—Jose R. Gonzalez, AZCentral.com, 2 Oct. 2025
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Noun
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See the entire database of restaurant inspections here.—
Gege Reed,
Louisville Courier Journal,
3 Oct. 2025
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Two of the area's restaurants received a score of 89 or lower on initial inspections.—
Gabrielle Chenault,
Nashville Tennessean,
3 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Many experts interviewed by NPR agree that civil commitment, even when expanded, should be used sparingly.—
Brian Mann,
NPR,
5 Oct. 2025
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Detectives, according to police officials, are interviewing witnesses and combing through surveillance video in an effort to identify suspects.—
Bill Hutchinson,
ABC News,
5 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The creation of this content included the use of AI based on templates created, reviewed and edited by journalists in the newsroom.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
6 Oct. 2025
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Partners have no control over or input into the reporting or editing process and do not review stories before publication.—
Data Skrive,
New York Times,
6 Oct. 2025
Noun
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But Newcastle were hopeful that initial examinations pointed towards a less severe knee problem and, following two separate assessments from specialists, that has proven to be the case.—
Chris Waugh,
New York Times,
1 Oct. 2025
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An examination of the bodies concluded they were killed hours later.—
Samira Asma-Sadeque,
PEOPLE,
1 Oct. 2025
Verb
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There are many phone apps that shoppers can use in the grocery store to scan product barcodes and gauge how healthy food items are, like Yuka, Bobby Approved and Fooducate.—
Stephen J. Beard,
USA Today,
3 Oct. 2025
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In seconds, anyone in the room can join the fun simply by scanning a QR code.—
Jennifer Maas,
Variety,
1 Oct. 2025
Noun
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That's according to an annual Fire and Police Commission audit report of police chases.—
David Clarey,
jsonline.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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Some areas of concern outlined in the audit overlap with the findings in an IndyStar investigation in late September, which unveiled that a top executive at the IEDC was part of decisions to award millions in grant money to entities he or two of his business associates were involved in.—
Joe Mutascio,
IndyStar,
3 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The New Content Economy, examining the evolving landscape of creators, media, and emerging technologies.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
3 Oct. 2025
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Skordeles said some private sources economists examine include freight data from ports and railroads, industry group data from organizations like the National Association of Realtors, and earnings reports from public companies.—
Rachel Barber,
USA Today,
3 Oct. 2025
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That high number of deaths has prompted public scrutiny, including by those who have lost loved ones from chases.—
David Clarey,
jsonline.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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Although no policies were violated, auditors recommended stronger vetting for revenue-generating contracts, which often escape scrutiny.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
3 Oct. 2025
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“Survey.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/survey. Accessed 7 Oct. 2025.
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