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as in interrogated
to put a series of questions to
the defense attorney was eager to examine her star witness
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as in reviewed
to look over closely (as for judging quality or condition)
the customer painstakingly examined the antique piece of furniture from top to bottom before purchasing it
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as in explored
to search through or into
a groundbreaking study that examined the causes of juvenile delinquency
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Recent Examples of examined
Fortunately for San Francisco, it was reported during the game's broadcast that Winters had been examined in the locker room and then returned to the field.
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Robert Marvi, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Oct. 2025
The congressional investigation has also examined allegations of information suppression between intelligence agencies and between the executive branch and Congress.
—Nora Gamez Torres, Miami Herald, 2 Oct. 2025
The new study examined multiple measures of labor market disruption, drawing on Bureau of Labor Statistics data on job losses, spells of unemployment, and shifts in broader occupational composition.
—Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 2 Oct. 2025
Entities examined in IndyStar’s recent investigation, including NineTwelve, Indy Innovation Challenge and Battery Innovation Center were among the top outside entities receiving money, according to the audit.
—Kayla Dwyer, IndyStar, 2 Oct. 2025
On that note, the panel, moderated by Fast Company staff writer Elizabeth Segran, examined secondhand’s role in cultivating connection.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 1 Oct. 2025
White was among the sheriffs examined in a recent Courier Journal investigation looking at Kentucky sheriffs who remain in office despite criminal charges or convictions.
—Josh Wood, Louisville Courier Journal, 1 Oct. 2025
Husain examined themes including myth and religion, as well as rural and postcolonial society.
—News Desk, Artforum, 1 Oct. 2025
The research examined the health data of more than 33,000 veterans from 1999 to 2024, pulled from Veterans Affairs (VA) records.
—Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 26 Sep. 2025
Robert Marvi, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Oct. 2025
The congressional investigation has also examined allegations of information suppression between intelligence agencies and between the executive branch and Congress.
—Nora Gamez Torres, Miami Herald, 2 Oct. 2025
The new study examined multiple measures of labor market disruption, drawing on Bureau of Labor Statistics data on job losses, spells of unemployment, and shifts in broader occupational composition.
—Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 2 Oct. 2025
Entities examined in IndyStar’s recent investigation, including NineTwelve, Indy Innovation Challenge and Battery Innovation Center were among the top outside entities receiving money, according to the audit.
—Kayla Dwyer, IndyStar, 2 Oct. 2025
On that note, the panel, moderated by Fast Company staff writer Elizabeth Segran, examined secondhand’s role in cultivating connection.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 1 Oct. 2025
White was among the sheriffs examined in a recent Courier Journal investigation looking at Kentucky sheriffs who remain in office despite criminal charges or convictions.
—Josh Wood, Louisville Courier Journal, 1 Oct. 2025
Husain examined themes including myth and religion, as well as rural and postcolonial society.
—News Desk, Artforum, 1 Oct. 2025
The research examined the health data of more than 33,000 veterans from 1999 to 2024, pulled from Veterans Affairs (VA) records.
—Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 26 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for examined
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His attorneys pointed out that Dassey had a low IQ bordering on intellectual disability, and questioned law enforcement's interrogation tactics — including allowing the teen to be interrogated without a parent or attorney present.—
Kelli Arseneau,
jsonline.com,
1 Oct. 2025
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In some cases, they were held for as long as 20 hours in a room at MIA, where they were interrogated by customs agents about their business dealings and wealth, and asked about other prominent members of Haiti’s economic elite.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
24 Sep. 2025
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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.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Oct. 2025
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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,
7 Oct. 2025
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Another aspect of Gein’s influence on the horror genre is explored through Will Brill’s portrayal of Tobe Hooper, who directed the 1974 classic The Texas Chain Saw Massacre.—
Emily Blackwood,
PEOPLE,
7 Oct. 2025
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The lesbian vampire subgenre saw a later boom in the the ’70s, and it’s still being explored in recent media like First Kill, but Dracula’s Daughter remains one of the more fascinating entries.—
Samantha Allen,
Them.,
7 Oct. 2025
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The judge also questioned the authenticity of Combs’ claims of reform, pointing to his assault of Jane in June 2024.—
Nicki Brown,
CNN Money,
4 Oct. 2025
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The proposition stems from a legal challenge that questioned Mayor Kevin Hartke’s and two predecessors’ mayoral terms.—
Maritza Dominguez,
AZCentral.com,
4 Oct. 2025
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Two innings later, after third baseman Manny Machado drew a leadoff walk against Boyd, Merrill scanned the scoreboard and the situation.—
Dennis Lin,
New York Times,
1 Oct. 2025
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It will be required for all non-EU nationals heading to Europe for a short stay, but the fingerprints of children below 12 years old will not be scanned.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
30 Sep. 2025
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Has anyone actually investigated what’s causing their chronic pain in the first place?—
Jacqueline Howard,
CNN Money,
7 Oct. 2025
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The highway was closed for three hours as the Platte County Sheriff’s Office investigated the scene, Shanks said.—
Caroline Zimmerman,
Kansas City Star,
7 Oct. 2025
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Economists surveyed by Dow Jones had been looking for an increase of 45,000.—
Jeff Cox,
CNBC,
1 Oct. 2025
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Only 24% of employers surveyed their employees about their return to office plans in 2022.—
Peter Cappelli,
Big Think,
30 Sep. 2025
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Producers who ship nursery stock out of regulated areas to non-regulated areas must have their stock inspected, and each load must be accompanied by a certificate that attests to the fact that their product is free from the box tree moth.—
Chad Murphy,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
2 Oct. 2025
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As the fireline is constructed, inspected or reinforced, mappers record those details to adjust the containment percentage.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
29 Sep. 2025
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“Examined.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/examined. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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