as in reviewing
to look over closely (as for judging quality or condition)
scanned the manuscript carefully for any overlooked errors
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Recent Examples of scanning
To mitigate risks for both passengers and themselves while continuing to create an even more convenient passenger experience, airlines should consider implementing ID scanning technology into their check-in processes.
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Samuel Mueller, Forbes.com, 27 Aug. 2025
Navigation no longer means scanning for drop-downs or page hierarchies.
—Danika Wong, Fortune, 26 Aug. 2025
On a humid evening in May, Patricia Lockwood, who writes with the impish verve and provocative guilelessness of a peeing cupid, was scanning the menu at a Mexican restaurant near her home, in Savannah, Georgia.
—Alexandra Schwartz, New Yorker, 25 Aug. 2025
Flyers about activities require scanning a QR code.
—Gail Cornwall, The Atlantic, 25 Aug. 2025
During these 10-20-minute hairstyling routines, researchers continuously measured air quality with scanning mobility particle sizers (SMPS) and condensation particle counters (CPC), which can detect and count particles as tiny as just a few nanometers in size.
—New Atlas, 23 Aug. 2025
Detectives managed to identify Burgess after recovering video of him scanning a ticket while entering the downtown Brooklyn arena.
—Thomas Tracy, New York Daily News, 21 Aug. 2025
The Cowboys aren't known to be scanning the backup market just yet, but Wentz could be a name to keep an eye on if Milton's struggles persist.
—Justin Grasso, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 Aug. 2025
For days at a time, Reed and her colleagues walk through Ethiopia's baking Awash Valley, scanning the ground with their eyes.
—Austin Corona, AZCentral.com, 15 Aug. 2025
Samuel Mueller, Forbes.com, 27 Aug. 2025
Navigation no longer means scanning for drop-downs or page hierarchies.
—Danika Wong, Fortune, 26 Aug. 2025
On a humid evening in May, Patricia Lockwood, who writes with the impish verve and provocative guilelessness of a peeing cupid, was scanning the menu at a Mexican restaurant near her home, in Savannah, Georgia.
—Alexandra Schwartz, New Yorker, 25 Aug. 2025
Flyers about activities require scanning a QR code.
—Gail Cornwall, The Atlantic, 25 Aug. 2025
During these 10-20-minute hairstyling routines, researchers continuously measured air quality with scanning mobility particle sizers (SMPS) and condensation particle counters (CPC), which can detect and count particles as tiny as just a few nanometers in size.
—New Atlas, 23 Aug. 2025
Detectives managed to identify Burgess after recovering video of him scanning a ticket while entering the downtown Brooklyn arena.
—Thomas Tracy, New York Daily News, 21 Aug. 2025
The Cowboys aren't known to be scanning the backup market just yet, but Wentz could be a name to keep an eye on if Milton's struggles persist.
—Justin Grasso, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 Aug. 2025
For days at a time, Reed and her colleagues walk through Ethiopia's baking Awash Valley, scanning the ground with their eyes.
—Austin Corona, AZCentral.com, 15 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for scanning
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After reviewing former Kroger CEO Rodney McMullen’s explanation of his abrupt resignation, a Hamilton County judge has agreed to block attorneys’ attempts to question the long-time head of the supermarket giant about his departure from the retailer in open court.—
Alexander Coolidge,
USA Today,
5 Sep. 2025
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Edison spokesperson Jeff Monford said the utility is reviewing the lawsuits.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
5 Sep. 2025
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Shuoli Zhao, an assistant professor at University of Kentucky’s Department of Agricultural Economics, led a study that spent 13 years examining the nutritional content of ready-to-eat cereals marketed to children.—
Maggie Menderski,
Louisville Courier Journal,
3 Sep. 2025
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Initially, the county launched a study examining the prospect of tunnels 30- to 40-feet in diameter to transport excessive storm water into the Gulf of America, formerly known as the Gulf of Mexico, the report said.—
Stuart Dyos,
Nashville Tennessean,
3 Sep. 2025
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Damage assessment teams are still surveying the burn area, Cal Fire said, but fire officials said early estimates of crop damage from the blaze were expected to be at least $65 million.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
28 Aug. 2025
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Our next steps will involve surveying lenders who currently provide small-dollar loans and hosting a summit to discuss best practices and offer recommendations to the SBA.—
Brock Blake,
Forbes.com,
20 Aug. 2025
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Next up, the watchmaker dismantles the movement, carefully inspecting and thoroughly cleaning each part.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
4 Sep. 2025
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Use security tools capable of decrypting and inspecting PQC traffic.—
Anand Oswal,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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In addition, residents can check wave height predictions by viewing the NWS Great Lakes Portal, which updates wave heights, wind gusts and air temperature forecasts.—
Sarah Moore,
Freep.com,
4 Sep. 2025
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Tricky viewing in Europe From much of Europe, the total lunar eclipse will already be underway at moonrise.—
Daisy Dobrijevic,
Space.com,
4 Sep. 2025
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“Scanning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/scanning. Accessed 8 Sep. 2025.
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