catechized

Definition of catechizednext
past tense of catechize
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as in interrogated
to put a series of questions to applicants are rigorously catechized by the seminary's rector regarding their motives for joining the priesthood

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Verb
  • When asked about her challenging Qualls in a primary, her campaign declined to comment Saturday.
    Jimmy Lovrien, Twin Cities, 31 May 2026
  • Those with information are asked to contact the department’s homicide unit at 510-981-5741.
    Ryan Macasero, Mercury News, 31 May 2026
Verb
  • She’s interrogated by a researcher named Phil (Mark Duplass), who works for the mysterious company Async, which used to build MRI machines and now studies the Backrooms.
    Dani Di Placido, Forbes.com, 30 May 2026
  • Viewers see Mary being interrogated by Async employee Phil (Mark Duplass), as well as a twisted version of Mary sitting in silence by herself.
    Emily Blackwood, PEOPLE, 30 May 2026
Verb
  • Hur’s yearlong investigation led to a 345-page report that questioned Biden’s age and mental competence but recommended no criminal charges against the then-81-year-old.
    Alanna Durkin Richer, Los Angeles Times, 28 May 2026
  • But many were critical of Luce’s unconventional design and some questioned whether the EV could dilute investment returns for the business.
    Sam Meredith, CNBC, 28 May 2026
Verb
  • Researchers also examined studies finding that vaping aerosols contain potentially carcinogenic compounds, including formaldehyde, acetaldehyde and heavy metals such as nickel, chromium and lead that may come from heating elements within devices.
    Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 28 May 2026
  • Each episode of the series examined a different homicide case, with Hansen interviewing key witnesses, victims, and members of law enforcement.
    Britt Hayes, Entertainment Weekly, 28 May 2026
Verb
  • Morgan will appear alongside opera singer Katherine Jenkins and be quizzed by Deadline’s Jake Kanter in a panel on fame, media, culture and public opinion, while former First Lady Obama and her brother, Craig Robinson, will record a live episode of their podcast IMO.
    Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 27 May 2026
  • The five participants were quizzed by a moderator and supplemented by questions from the audience during the 90-minute presentation in Orlando.
    Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 6 May 2026
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“Catechized.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/catechized. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.

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