as in inspections
a close look at or over someone or something in order to judge condition
an energy audit of our house showed that we were losing lots of heat and needed to upgrade the insulation
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as in surveys
to look over closely (as for judging quality or condition)
audited the equipment to make sure that everything was in working order
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Recent Examples of audits
Teresa Liu, Daily News, 4 May 2026
The controller uses audits and reports to hold entities and other governmental agencies accountable.
—Los Angeles Times, 1 May 2026
The Single Friendly Church Network found that when congregations conducted demographic audits, many were surprised by the results.
—Peter McGraw, The Conversation, 23 Apr. 2026
While thermometers are generally cheap and easy to install, some manufacturers were concerned about creating additional audits.
—Jasmin Malik Chua, Footwear News, 22 Apr. 2026
Independent audits verify the metals exist Another important safeguard built into the gold IRA storage system is independent auditing.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 12 Mar. 2026
Numerous audits, recounts and lawsuits across the country failed to turn up evidence of widespread voter fraud that could have changed the election's results.
—Aysha Bagchi, USA Today, 10 Mar. 2026
Importantly, those annual audits have consistently confirmed that there are no material weaknesses in the organization’s financial controls.
—Helen Amos, Baltimore Sun, 1 Mar. 2026
Both audits found the sheriff’s office relied on former inmates to reach out and request their funds, which is a violation of the Texas Government Code.
—John Lomax V, Houston Chronicle, 22 Feb. 2026
Jasmin Malik Chua, Footwear News, 1 Apr. 2026
Noun
The incumbent has conducted fewer than 50 audits and reports during his tenure, which compares to more than 200 reports and audits conducted during his predecessor’s first term.
—Teresa Liu, Daily News, 4 May 2026
The controller uses audits and reports to hold entities and other governmental agencies accountable.
—Los Angeles Times, 1 May 2026
The Single Friendly Church Network found that when congregations conducted demographic audits, many were surprised by the results.
—Peter McGraw, The Conversation, 23 Apr. 2026
While thermometers are generally cheap and easy to install, some manufacturers were concerned about creating additional audits.
—Jasmin Malik Chua, Footwear News, 22 Apr. 2026
Independent audits verify the metals exist Another important safeguard built into the gold IRA storage system is independent auditing.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 12 Mar. 2026
Numerous audits, recounts and lawsuits across the country failed to turn up evidence of widespread voter fraud that could have changed the election's results.
—Aysha Bagchi, USA Today, 10 Mar. 2026
Importantly, those annual audits have consistently confirmed that there are no material weaknesses in the organization’s financial controls.
—Helen Amos, Baltimore Sun, 1 Mar. 2026
Both audits found the sheriff’s office relied on former inmates to reach out and request their funds, which is a violation of the Texas Government Code.
—John Lomax V, Houston Chronicle, 22 Feb. 2026
Verb
In Cambodia, Indonesia and Vietnam, workers report intimidation, surveillance and firing threats to suppress organizing—all tactics that audits routinely miss.
—Jasmin Malik Chua, Footwear News, 1 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for audits
Noun
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The best termite prevention methods are moisture control, removal of debris and firewood near the home, and regular inspections for activity.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
The Spruce,
14 May 2026
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State compliance data shows the center had no citations on its last two inspections on March 20 and April 17.—
Lina Ruiz
May 14,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 May 2026
Verb
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The Fed surveys a broad range of market contacts each spring and fall, and the Spring 2026 results paint a picture of a market grappling with an unusually wide range of tail risks.—
Mayra Rodriguez Valladares,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2026
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Donaldson, who has popped by to film a check-in with the contestants, surveys the chaos.—
Sean Gregory,
Time,
6 May 2026
Noun
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Following initial examinations, the medical examiner determined that the female victim, a 29-year-old from Mexico, died of hyperthermia.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
PEOPLE,
12 May 2026
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Shortly before her release from prison, Wang said authorities conducted unexplained blood tests and medical examinations.—
Efrat Lachter,
FOXNews.com,
10 May 2026
Verb
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The Corrections Department reviews the inmates’ eligibility, coordinates with their case managers and submits the plans to the Corrections Department’s population office.—
Corky Siemaszko,
NBC news,
13 May 2026
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Police officials said Tuesday that the anti-gang unit would be temporarily disbanded while the department reviews the matter.—
Richard Winton,
Los Angeles Times,
12 May 2026
Verb
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Look for a service that monitors all three major credit bureaus, scans the dark web and alerts you to suspicious changes tied to your identity.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
10 May 2026
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In addition to the two deputies stationed inside the board room during meetings, the sheriff’s office also scans bags and uses a magnetometer for visitors.—
A.D. Quig,
Chicago Tribune,
4 May 2026
Verb
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The book examines what Brownback describes as an increasingly sophisticated system of surveillance and repression targeting Christians, Uyghur Muslims, Tibetan Buddhists and Falun Gong practitioners.—
Efrat Lachter,
FOXNews.com,
10 May 2026
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These themes are explored further in his book, The AI Revolution is Here – Preparing the Workforce for Change, which examines how organizations can adapt to technological change while maintaining a human-centric focus.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
8 May 2026
Verb
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Tarrant County Public Health inspects all restaurants in the county except those in Fort Worth, Arlington, Euless and North Richland Hills.—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 May 2026
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Agriculture, land management, fire training and other industrial-type burning may proceed if a Cal Fire official inspects the burn site and issues a special permit.—
City News Service,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 Apr. 2026
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