as in audits
a close look at or over someone or something in order to judge condition
a prison cell inspection should include looking under the bed, to say the least
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Recent Examples of inspections
Since inspections resumed following COVID-19 disruptions in 2021, UC Davis has received 15 violations across nine inspections, including critical violations involving animal injuries and enclosure failures.
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Corey Schmidt, Sacbee.com, 7 May 2026
For properties that were found to have violations during inspections prompted by complaints instead of proactive city inspections, the re-inspection rate was dramatically lower at 46%.
—David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 May 2026
The state will monitor the shelter’s compliance in future inspections.
—Amber Gaudet, Charlotte Observer, 7 May 2026
But as the bill moved through the House, additional provisions were added including language allowing random inspections of home kitchens by health departments.
—Jasmine Arenas, CBS News, 6 May 2026
This previous ordinance laid out a standard business licensing system that required new businesses to undergo reviews and inspections by various departments, aiming to ensure businesses complied with local laws, paid any fees or fines and met health and safety standards.
—Addison Wright, Chicago Tribune, 6 May 2026
Volunteers will help conduct bike safety inspections, guide young riders through a series of skills stations and fit protective helmets.
—Eric E. Harrison, Arkansas Online, 6 May 2026
The South Florida Sun Sentinel typically highlights restaurant inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation in Broward and Palm Beach counties.
—Kari Barnett, Sun Sentinel, 6 May 2026
First-time inspections and system work completed Several tasks carried out during this maintenance period were firsts for the shipyard.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 30 Apr. 2026
Corey Schmidt, Sacbee.com, 7 May 2026
For properties that were found to have violations during inspections prompted by complaints instead of proactive city inspections, the re-inspection rate was dramatically lower at 46%.
—David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 May 2026
The state will monitor the shelter’s compliance in future inspections.
—Amber Gaudet, Charlotte Observer, 7 May 2026
But as the bill moved through the House, additional provisions were added including language allowing random inspections of home kitchens by health departments.
—Jasmine Arenas, CBS News, 6 May 2026
This previous ordinance laid out a standard business licensing system that required new businesses to undergo reviews and inspections by various departments, aiming to ensure businesses complied with local laws, paid any fees or fines and met health and safety standards.
—Addison Wright, Chicago Tribune, 6 May 2026
Volunteers will help conduct bike safety inspections, guide young riders through a series of skills stations and fit protective helmets.
—Eric E. Harrison, Arkansas Online, 6 May 2026
The South Florida Sun Sentinel typically highlights restaurant inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation in Broward and Palm Beach counties.
—Kari Barnett, Sun Sentinel, 6 May 2026
First-time inspections and system work completed Several tasks carried out during this maintenance period were firsts for the shipyard.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 30 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for inspections
Noun
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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
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The controller uses audits and reports to hold entities and other governmental agencies accountable.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
1 May 2026
Noun
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Colleges are beginning to respond with interviews, oral examinations, and in-person assessments.—
Gerald Bradshaw,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Apr. 2026
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Once the animals undergo forensic medical examinations, the PSPCA said charges for the people responsible could include animal cruelty and neglect, failure to provide access to clean and sanity shelter and lack of veterinary care.—
Alexandra Simon,
CBS News,
26 Apr. 2026
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Those reports came from Illinois and Arkansas, though officials caution the numbers are still preliminary and could change as National Weather Service damage surveys continue over the coming days.—
Brandi D. Addison,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
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Students were urged to complete surveys to guide the committee planning the design of the new space.—
Doug Ross,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Apr. 2026
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“Inspections.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inspections. Accessed 9 May. 2026.
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