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as in revisiting
to consider again especially with the possibility of change or reversal
since we can't follow that plan, we'll have to review our options and decide on something else
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as in examining
to look over closely (as for judging quality or condition)
a consultant was brought in to review our security procedures
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Recent Examples of reviewing
The most recent occurrences have been reported to the Southfield Police Department, and CFCS continues to cooperate with local authorities while reviewing available security footage.
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Paula Wethington, CBS News, 20 May 2026
With proper patient consent, AI tools can assist in reviewing medical information during early screening, identifying key indicators that confirm whether a case qualifies.
—Arnold Sotelo, Forbes.com, 20 May 2026
The president of the State Police Association of Massachusetts Association, the union that represents troopers, said that the union is carefully reviewing the recommendations in the report.
—Colleen Cronin, Boston Herald, 20 May 2026
After reviewing her film, the coaching staff offered her a spot on the team along with an athletic scholarship.
—Stephanie Ogilvie, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 May 2026
In addition, several state attorneys general, including California’s Rob Bonta, are reviewing the transaction and may decide to challenge it on antitrust grounds.
—Todd Spangler, Variety, 20 May 2026
Minnesota State Attorney General Keith Ellison said in a statement that his office is reviewing the suit and will respond in court.
—Ivan Pereira, ABC News, 20 May 2026
The Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office is reviewing recent Miami Beach arrests involving antisemitic graffiti on an LGBTQ Pride bench in South Beach as a possible hate crime.
—Aaron Leibowitz, Miami Herald, 20 May 2026
Healey said reviewing the documents will not be completed before the two-day nominating convention opens Friday at Mohegan Sun but soon after, Healey said.
—Mark Pazniokas, Hartford Courant, 13 May 2026
Paula Wethington, CBS News, 20 May 2026
With proper patient consent, AI tools can assist in reviewing medical information during early screening, identifying key indicators that confirm whether a case qualifies.
—Arnold Sotelo, Forbes.com, 20 May 2026
The president of the State Police Association of Massachusetts Association, the union that represents troopers, said that the union is carefully reviewing the recommendations in the report.
—Colleen Cronin, Boston Herald, 20 May 2026
After reviewing her film, the coaching staff offered her a spot on the team along with an athletic scholarship.
—Stephanie Ogilvie, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 May 2026
In addition, several state attorneys general, including California’s Rob Bonta, are reviewing the transaction and may decide to challenge it on antitrust grounds.
—Todd Spangler, Variety, 20 May 2026
Minnesota State Attorney General Keith Ellison said in a statement that his office is reviewing the suit and will respond in court.
—Ivan Pereira, ABC News, 20 May 2026
The Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office is reviewing recent Miami Beach arrests involving antisemitic graffiti on an LGBTQ Pride bench in South Beach as a possible hate crime.
—Aaron Leibowitz, Miami Herald, 20 May 2026
Healey said reviewing the documents will not be completed before the two-day nominating convention opens Friday at Mohegan Sun but soon after, Healey said.
—Mark Pazniokas, Hartford Courant, 13 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reviewing
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Fueled by the continuous wave of Y2K nostalgia, fashion fans are have been revisiting the lower rise silhouettes that dominated the late '90s and early 2000s, while styling them in a more wearable, modern way.—
Casey DelBasso,
ABC News,
18 May 2026
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That 33-30 OT banger is worth revisiting, even if both rosters have changed in the subsequent years.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
New York Times,
16 May 2026
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Investigators are examining possible anti-Islamic writings found in the car where police found the dead suspects, two senior law enforcement officials said.—
Dennis Romero,
NBC news,
19 May 2026
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Michael Spence, who oversees the Washington side of Pirro’s office, also said prosecutors are examining whether parents living in Maryland or Virginia could potentially face liability if their children travel into Washington to participate in the disturbances.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
18 May 2026
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The Democratic governors of Hawaii, New Mexico and Oregon who at first said no to the program are now also reportedly reconsidering.—
Cayla Bamberger,
New York Daily News,
8 May 2026
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As a result, many are reconsidering their career paths.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
27 Apr. 2026
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Gonce would call and call, scanning the street, her mind racing.—
Mike Hixenbaugh,
NBC news,
15 May 2026
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The Kansas City Chiefs' 2026-2027 schedule dropped on May 14 and Swifties are already scanning the calendar — including ticket sites — for home games as the superstar eyes a potential return to Arrowhead Stadium for a fourth season.—
Bryan West,
USA Today,
15 May 2026
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The device was discovered Wednesday by divers surveying the Converse Reservoir dam in Mobile County for routine repair and maintenance, prompting a notification to the sheriff’s office and a multi-agency response, including the FBI, according to the Mobile Area Water and Sewer System (MAWSS).—
Diego Mendoza,
CNN Money,
15 May 2026
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Researchers spent three weeks surveying the area and collected specimens of the fish now known as Solenostomus snuffleupagus.—
Julia Gomez,
USA Today,
15 May 2026
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But the family’s insurance company had denied their claim last fall — citing exclusions for pollution and water damage — without ever inspecting the damage, according to the Merediths’ attorney.—
Nick Bowlin,
ProPublica,
18 May 2026
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Looksmaxxers tend to believe that attractiveness can be scientifically measured, citing numbers and inspecting facial symmetry, completely ignoring cultural context, personal preferences and charisma.—
Dani Di Placido,
Forbes.com,
17 May 2026
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Joining me to discuss rising production costs, shifts in viewing preferences, and the demise of one of the pillars of late night television is USA TODAY TV Critic Kelly Lawler.—
Dana Taylor,
USA Today,
19 May 2026
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Arte Museum Busan Available for viewing only for the museum ticket holders.—
Laura Sirikul,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
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“Reviewing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reviewing. Accessed 23 May. 2026.
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