as in surveys
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 interviews
David Remnick, New Yorker, 4 May 2026
The foundation also interviews survivors of other atrocities in the 20th century, including survivors of the Nanjing Massacre, Rwandan genocide and others.
—Imani Cruzen, Twin Cities, 17 Apr. 2026
This ambivalent speech is contrasted with the severe consequences of AI when Steyerl interviews an Iraqi journalist who was the subject of a drone attack, along with two colleagues who did not survive.
—Shanti Escalante-De Mattei, ARTnews.com, 6 Apr. 2026
Akers nails 1970s New York’s glitz and grime as Bernie interviews an assortment of renowned chefs, fellow critics, criminals as well as Tirel’s business associates and son, Henri, who also happens to be an old flame.
—Paula L. Woods, Los Angeles Times, 19 Mar. 2026
Twice a week, teacher Christi Cooper interviews her second-grade students for about three to six minutes each on books of their choice.
—Lina Ruiz, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 Mar. 2026
The new season sees Reid's Lestat de Lioncourt living the rockstar life, as vampires have been outed by author Daniel Molloy (Eric Bobosian) in his book that interviews Louis de Pointe du Lac (Jacob Anderson).
—Debbie Day, Entertainment Weekly, 13 Mar. 2026
One student journalist at Oberlin candidly interviews players on her school's team.
—Janet W. Lee, NPR, 5 Mar. 2026
His latest buzzy endeavor is Famous Last Words, in which Falchuk interviews a notable figure with the understanding that the conversation will be released on Netflix only after the participant has died.
—Savannah Walsh, Vanity Fair, 4 Mar. 2026
Verb
Amelia Tait interviews people who have taken on significant debt to visit the kingdom—nearly all of them express zero regrets.
—David Remnick, New Yorker, 4 May 2026
The foundation also interviews survivors of other atrocities in the 20th century, including survivors of the Nanjing Massacre, Rwandan genocide and others.
—Imani Cruzen, Twin Cities, 17 Apr. 2026
This ambivalent speech is contrasted with the severe consequences of AI when Steyerl interviews an Iraqi journalist who was the subject of a drone attack, along with two colleagues who did not survive.
—Shanti Escalante-De Mattei, ARTnews.com, 6 Apr. 2026
Akers nails 1970s New York’s glitz and grime as Bernie interviews an assortment of renowned chefs, fellow critics, criminals as well as Tirel’s business associates and son, Henri, who also happens to be an old flame.
—Paula L. Woods, Los Angeles Times, 19 Mar. 2026
Twice a week, teacher Christi Cooper interviews her second-grade students for about three to six minutes each on books of their choice.
—Lina Ruiz, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 Mar. 2026
The new season sees Reid's Lestat de Lioncourt living the rockstar life, as vampires have been outed by author Daniel Molloy (Eric Bobosian) in his book that interviews Louis de Pointe du Lac (Jacob Anderson).
—Debbie Day, Entertainment Weekly, 13 Mar. 2026
One student journalist at Oberlin candidly interviews players on her school's team.
—Janet W. Lee, NPR, 5 Mar. 2026
His latest buzzy endeavor is Famous Last Words, in which Falchuk interviews a notable figure with the understanding that the conversation will be released on Netflix only after the participant has died.
—Savannah Walsh, Vanity Fair, 4 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for interviews
Noun
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Later in the day, meditation sessions are also free for guests, one of the many options from the activity calendar that includes garden cricket, croquet, volleyball, basketball and bocce ball activities as well as core exercise and stretching classes.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 May 2026
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Victor Wembanyama is due for more sessions with those Shaolin monks.—
Alejandro Avila OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
11 May 2026
Verb
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The Fed surveys a broad range of market contacts each spring and fall, and the Spring 2026 results paint a picture of a market grappling with an unusually wide range of tail risks.—
Mayra Rodriguez Valladares,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2026
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Donaldson, who has popped by to film a check-in with the contestants, surveys the chaos.—
Sean Gregory,
Time,
6 May 2026
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The coalition says members have asserted that America is specifically a Judeo-Christian or Christian nation and notes that most commission meetings took place at the Museum of the Bible in Washington, an institution with Christian leadership.—
Peter Smith,
Los Angeles Times,
10 May 2026
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The first trimester Maple prides herself on cramming her schedule with meetings, juggling multiple tasks and constantly being on the go.—
Ishani Desai,
Sacbee.com,
10 May 2026
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Guests who prefer imbibing to detoxing can also book cigar-rolling workshops, wine and rum tastings, and even personalized private dinners in Le Cave, which is the oldest wine cellar in the region and down the stairs from L’Oursin.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 May 2026
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Bensemoun also invites visiting creators to perform concerts or host workshops.—
Gisela Williams,
Travel + Leisure,
9 May 2026
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Several candidates said the case has intensified conversations around ethics and accountability, while also highlighting broader frustrations residents already had with City Hall responsiveness and city services.—
Teresa Liu,
Daily News,
9 May 2026
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Others are opting for restorative practices, which emphasize group conversations where students share feelings and perspectives to build community and resolve conflict.—
Stacker,
Hartford Courant,
9 May 2026
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“Interviews.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/interviews. Accessed 14 May. 2026.
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