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as in interrogating
to put a series of questions to
the defense attorney was eager to examine her star witness
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as in reviewing
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 exploring
to search through or into
a groundbreaking study that examined the causes of juvenile delinquency
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Recent Examples of examining
Military planners in Washington are examining a high-risk option to secure Iran’s near bomb grade uranium as uncertainty grows over where the material is located.
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Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 9 Mar. 2026
Investigators are examining their past travel, including trips to Turkey and potentially other locations known as terror training grounds.
—Ashley Carnahan , Alexis McAdams , Cb Cotton, FOXNews.com, 9 Mar. 2026
The company starts all work by examining three key elements, which include the contract, the sales experience, and the client's objectives.
—Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 9 Mar. 2026
The International Criminal Court has issued warrants for Benjamin Netanyahu, and Yoav Gallant, former minister of Defense, while the International Court of Justice is examining possible genocide in the Gaza Strip.
—Ken Barnes, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 Mar. 2026
Spotlight on Maryland, a joint investigative initiative by The Baltimore Sun, FOX45 and WJLA , is examining how state and local governments operate and spend billions in taxpayer dollars.
—Baltimore Sun Staff, Baltimore Sun, 8 Mar. 2026
One of the more striking findings came from examining individual brain regions.
—Rachael Seidler, Space.com, 7 Mar. 2026
Investigators are examining whether street racing played a role in a crash that left a 54-year-old woman dead, according to Arlington police.
—Doug Myers, CBS News, 7 Mar. 2026
New research from Southern Methodist University adds another piece to that debate, examining how digital media use may be linked to the kinds of words toddlers learn — and the family factors that shape how much screen time kids get.
—Miriam Fauzia, Dallas Morning News, 2 Mar. 2026
Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 9 Mar. 2026
Investigators are examining their past travel, including trips to Turkey and potentially other locations known as terror training grounds.
—Ashley Carnahan , Alexis McAdams , Cb Cotton, FOXNews.com, 9 Mar. 2026
The company starts all work by examining three key elements, which include the contract, the sales experience, and the client's objectives.
—Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 9 Mar. 2026
The International Criminal Court has issued warrants for Benjamin Netanyahu, and Yoav Gallant, former minister of Defense, while the International Court of Justice is examining possible genocide in the Gaza Strip.
—Ken Barnes, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 Mar. 2026
Spotlight on Maryland, a joint investigative initiative by The Baltimore Sun, FOX45 and WJLA , is examining how state and local governments operate and spend billions in taxpayer dollars.
—Baltimore Sun Staff, Baltimore Sun, 8 Mar. 2026
One of the more striking findings came from examining individual brain regions.
—Rachael Seidler, Space.com, 7 Mar. 2026
Investigators are examining whether street racing played a role in a crash that left a 54-year-old woman dead, according to Arlington police.
—Doug Myers, CBS News, 7 Mar. 2026
New research from Southern Methodist University adds another piece to that debate, examining how digital media use may be linked to the kinds of words toddlers learn — and the family factors that shape how much screen time kids get.
—Miriam Fauzia, Dallas Morning News, 2 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for examining
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Such works treat their characters as political beings with complex lives worth interrogating.—
Jake Pitre,
The Atlantic,
7 Mar. 2026
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Even if your wardrobe leans more trendy, try interrogating yourself about certain pieces in your closet.—
Hannah Jackson,
Vogue,
3 Mar. 2026
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The motion, introduced by Council President Marqueece Harris-Dawson and Councilmember Ysabel Jurado, creates a three-member ad hoc committee tasked with reviewing all pending city matters related to Measure ULA and recommending next steps.—
Teresa Liu,
Daily News,
12 Mar. 2026
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Spencer Crawford, a police spokesman, said Wednesday investigators are reviewing evidence, including cellphone video of the fight, and are awaiting autopsy results.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
12 Mar. 2026
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And, as volatility persists across parts of the broader market and other economic concerns linger, many retirement savers are exploring assets that historically hold value during periods of uncertainty.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
12 Mar. 2026
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The breathable mesh upper moves with your feet, and gives the perfect stretch needed to accommodate everything from exploring a new city to sprinting between airport gates.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Mar. 2026
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Ted Mesiacos, 3rd Ward, voted against the program after similarly questioning why the city was starting its own when the state already had a similar initiative.—
R. Christian Smith,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Mar. 2026
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Older siblings or classmates might drop hints that leave children questioning what to believe during their Easter egg hunt.—
Melissa Willets,
Parents,
9 Mar. 2026
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Data center details Heavy construction machines began surveying and tilling the earth at 501 North Bly Road in November, much to the surprise of Bly Road residents, who say they weren’t warned by the city.—
Ilana Arougheti,
Kansas City Star,
6 Mar. 2026
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Days later and thousands of miles away, the Disney executives got an additional glimpse of what might be in store when surveying the scene at the international premiere of the Thanksgiving tentpole at Shanghai Disneyland, where a Zootopia-land attraction has become the driving force of attendance.—
Pamela McClintock,
HollywoodReporter,
4 Mar. 2026
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The Social Security inspector general’s office is investigating allegations that the former DOGE engineer took sensitive data on a thumb drive in a major potential security breach, said people familiar with the process.—
Elizabeth Dwoskin,
Washington Post,
11 Mar. 2026
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The Hennepin County Attorney's Office is investigating 17 possible criminal incidents involving federal agents during the surge, including two civilian deaths and allegations of excessive force.—
Esme Murphy,
CBS News,
11 Mar. 2026
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Similar large-scale digitization efforts—such as the openVertebrate Project, led by the Florida Museum of Natural History’s Blackburn, which involved scanning thousands of birds, fish, mammals, reptiles, and amphibians—have begun transforming how biologists study anatomy.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
5 Mar. 2026
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Gillespie said the bill would require machines capable of digitally scanning ballots while preserving copies that could be reviewed later if questions arise about the vote count.—
Zachary Bynum,
CBS News,
5 Mar. 2026
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Officers continue to conduct manual and K-9 sweeps of surrounding blocks, inspecting garbage cans, vehicles and other locations where additional devices could potentially be hidden.—
Alexandra Koch,
FOXNews.com,
8 Mar. 2026
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McBain learned about the tree when Berman spotted him inspecting trees in the neighborhood’s rights of way.—
Doug Ross,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Mar. 2026
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