1
as in inspection
a close look at or over someone or something in order to judge condition
his performance on the football field is seemingly unaffected by the media's intense scrutiny of his tumultuous personal life
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as in gaze
a fixed intent look
began to squirm under the penetrating scrutiny of the judge
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Recent Examples of scrutiny
Sheriff Susan Hutson, whose department operates the jail and has faced intense scrutiny over the escapes, personally received the tip Friday morning that led to the arrest.
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Chris Kenning, USA Today, 27 June 2025
While this study doesn't specifically target HFCS, it's come under scrutiny in the scientific community in the last few decades, with researchers linking it to various metabolic diseases including gastrointestinal issues, obesity and type 2 diabetes mellitus.
—New Atlas, 27 June 2025
The lawsuit marks the latest salvo in an ongoing fight over whether Jackson County’s ordinance stands up to legal scrutiny.
—Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 27 June 2025
Laws that discriminate on the basis of gender, for example, are typically subject to intermediate scrutiny.
—Ian Millhiser, Vox, 27 June 2025
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Chris Kenning, USA Today, 27 June 2025
While this study doesn't specifically target HFCS, it's come under scrutiny in the scientific community in the last few decades, with researchers linking it to various metabolic diseases including gastrointestinal issues, obesity and type 2 diabetes mellitus.
—New Atlas, 27 June 2025
The lawsuit marks the latest salvo in an ongoing fight over whether Jackson County’s ordinance stands up to legal scrutiny.
—Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 27 June 2025
Laws that discriminate on the basis of gender, for example, are typically subject to intermediate scrutiny.
—Ian Millhiser, Vox, 27 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for scrutiny
Noun
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Expect a push for greater transparency in association finances, reserve studies and inspection reports.—
Peter S. Sachs,
Sun Sentinel,
6 July 2025
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The Bee publishes weekly updates on health inspections across Sacramento County.—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
July 4,
Sacbee.com,
4 July 2025
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As Monday's verdict was read out, Erin didn't drop her gaze from the jury, per The Guardian.—
Becca Longmire,
People.com,
7 July 2025
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While that gaze is no longer popular in mainstream literature, many readers have found Tacos’ writing to be refreshingly honest — to others, needlessly offensive.—
John McDermott,
Rolling Stone,
6 July 2025
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The Chartered Accountant path relies heavily on examinations and a multiyear internship period—no college credit hours required at all.—
Bryce Welker,
Forbes.com,
7 July 2025
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Get that husband of yours to his doctor for a thorough physical and neurological examination.—
Abigail Van Buren,
Boston Herald,
6 July 2025
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The joy in the kids’ eyes will be a stark contrast to the gut-wrenching stares of less-privileged children on the nightly news.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
4 July 2025
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From the front seat, Rihanna turned around and snapped a few photos of the backseat, where Riot gave his mother a sassy stare, and RZA kept his face hidden behind a French workbook.—
Rachel Raposas,
People.com,
3 July 2025
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Brown set the goal of raising $350,000, the total cost of a forensic audit by Siedle.—
William Melhado
July 11,
Sacbee.com,
11 July 2025
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The organization had completed a preliminary audit that found at least $150,000 was missing or unaccounted for, the criminal complaint said.—
Alec Johnson,
jsonline.com,
11 July 2025
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The Baltimore Orioles came into the season with high expectations, but their pitching staff struggled so much that their season fell apart in front of everybody's eyes.—
Zach Pressnell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 July 2025
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Images long associated with the birth of the United States ― the date 1776, the Declaration of Independence, George Washington's head and, of course, the American flag ― transformed before viewers' eyes into iconic Milwaukee landmarks like the Hoan Bridge and American Family Field.—
Natalie Eilbert,
jsonline.com,
5 July 2025
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If the survey isn't working for you, click here or email neilbert@gannett.com.—
Natalie Eilbert,
jsonline.com,
5 July 2025
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The survey found that, overall, 73% of Gen Zers had consumed alcohol in the past six months, compared to 66% in 2023.—
Marco Quiroz-Gutierrez,
Fortune,
5 July 2025
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“Scrutiny.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/scrutiny. Accessed 16 Jul. 2025.
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