as in surveying
to go around and approach (people) with a request for opinions or information
a reporter at the scene interviewing witnesses to the explosion
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Recent Examples of interviewing
Homicide detectives were called to the scene to investigate and were interviewing witnesses and canvassing the area for security video.
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City News Service, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Nov. 2025
Shelton is interviewing candidates for his staff, and Hawkins replaces Colby Suggs.
—John Shipley, Twin Cities, 7 Nov. 2025
Our detectives are interviewing all individuals involved, and our crime scene investigators are meticulously collecting and analyzing all relevant evidence to understand the full scope of what occurred.
—Jade Jackson, IndyStar, 6 Nov. 2025
Still, word that Dick, not Walker, was interviewing Ottavino sparked speculation that Dick had taken over the hiring process from his son.
—Patrick Saunders, Denver Post, 6 Nov. 2025
Infighting has broken out on the right following ex-Fox News host Tucker Carlson interviewing white supremacist incel Nick Fuentes on his podcast.
—Rafael Perez, Oc Register, 6 Nov. 2025
The local literary landmark in Fairway established its national reputation largely through its author appearances, typically with Jennings interviewing a famous visitor in front of a packed audience.
—Dan Kelly, Kansas City Star, 2 Nov. 2025
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has been busy interviewing potential successors — among them current Governors Christopher Waller and Michelle Bowman, both of whom voted in favor of the cut.
—Jeff Cox, CNBC, 30 Oct. 2025
Ed has covered pop music for The Republic since 2007, reviewing festivals and concerts, interviewing legends, covering the local scene and more.
—Ed Masley, AZCentral.com, 30 Oct. 2025
City News Service, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Nov. 2025
Shelton is interviewing candidates for his staff, and Hawkins replaces Colby Suggs.
—John Shipley, Twin Cities, 7 Nov. 2025
Our detectives are interviewing all individuals involved, and our crime scene investigators are meticulously collecting and analyzing all relevant evidence to understand the full scope of what occurred.
—Jade Jackson, IndyStar, 6 Nov. 2025
Still, word that Dick, not Walker, was interviewing Ottavino sparked speculation that Dick had taken over the hiring process from his son.
—Patrick Saunders, Denver Post, 6 Nov. 2025
Infighting has broken out on the right following ex-Fox News host Tucker Carlson interviewing white supremacist incel Nick Fuentes on his podcast.
—Rafael Perez, Oc Register, 6 Nov. 2025
The local literary landmark in Fairway established its national reputation largely through its author appearances, typically with Jennings interviewing a famous visitor in front of a packed audience.
—Dan Kelly, Kansas City Star, 2 Nov. 2025
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has been busy interviewing potential successors — among them current Governors Christopher Waller and Michelle Bowman, both of whom voted in favor of the cut.
—Jeff Cox, CNBC, 30 Oct. 2025
Ed has covered pop music for The Republic since 2007, reviewing festivals and concerts, interviewing legends, covering the local scene and more.
—Ed Masley, AZCentral.com, 30 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for interviewing
surveying
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Researchers had been surveying the bay where it’s located for a separate study.—
Laura Paddison,
CNN Money,
3 Nov. 2025
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The Royals are surveying fans about the team’s future, including potential sites for a new ballpark.—
Chris Higgins,
Kansas City Star,
3 Nov. 2025
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“Interviewing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/interviewing. Accessed 28 Nov. 2025.
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