scrutinies

noun

plural of scrutiny
1
as in examinations
a close look at or over someone or something in order to judge condition his performance on the football field is seemingly unaffected by the media's intense scrutiny of his tumultuous personal life

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2
as in gazes
a fixed intent look began to squirm under the penetrating scrutiny of the judge

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for scrutinies
  1. examinations
  2. gazes
  3. inspections
  4. stares
  5. audits
  6. eyes
  7. surveys
Noun
  • Medical consultants and therapists provide cardio and nutritional assessments, deep-tissue massages, facials, and gynecological examinations.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 July 2026
  • Even Advanced Placement examinations—formerly regarded as one of the strongest objective measures available—have become part of this debate.
    — Scott White, Forbes.com, 5 July 2026
Definition of examinations
Noun
  • For starters, bright colors inject visibility – not merely for players looking to find each other amid the chaos of a World Cup match, but also for brands looking to draw the gazes of millions of onlooking fans towards their logo.
    — Jack Bantock, CNN Money, 22 June 2026
  • But the melancholy pop soundtrack (Gracie Abrams, Lana del Rey, Noah Cyrus) and many, many longing gazes suggest we’re meant to find all of this terribly moving, rather than exhausting.
    — Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 9 June 2026
Definition of gazes
Noun
  • Get regular brake, tire and filter inspections Brakes, tires and filter frequently wear down and need to be replaced.
    — Keith Laing, USA Today, 8 July 2026
  • One Tarrant County restaurant was temporarily closed, and roaches and an accumulation of fruit flies were seen at others during the latest round of county health inspections, according to the inspection reports.
    — Shambhavi Rimal, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 July 2026
Definition of inspections
Noun
  • In the top of the 7th, Dodgers pitcher Zack Greinke hits the first batter, Miguel Montero, in the back, prompting both benches to empty, although only stares are exchanged.
    — Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 11 June 2026
  • Brith stares, dazed, nonplussed.
    — Maggie O’Farrell, Literary Hub, 2 June 2026
Definition of stares
Noun
  • The traditional compliance framework operates through periodic audits, which are done monthly, quarterly or annually.
    — Ramachander Rao Thallada, Forbes.com, 29 June 2026
  • Under the settlement, acting Attorney General Todd Blanche issued an order releasing Trump from ongoing audits.
    — Matt Peterson, CNBC, 9 June 2026
Definition of audits
Noun
  • Some active kids glossed over at the lengthy speeches, some watched and listened attentively, eyes sparkling at the work that was put in to launch the league and at the possibility of playing professional soccer.
    — PJ Green July 11, Kansas City Star, 12 July 2026
  • With most eyes on the Summit Fire, which had burned nearly 2,700 acres by Saturday evening, a second fire erupted in the Antelope Valley.
    — Dakota Smith, Los Angeles Times, 12 July 2026
Definition of eyes
Noun
  • Organizations spend enormous resources trying to create a sense of belonging from the center through onboarding experiences, engagement surveys, retreats, values statements, and culture programs.
    — Julia Dhar, Time, 11 July 2026
  • Any references to academic studies or surveys are for illustrative purposes and should not be interpreted as endorsements.
    — Wes Moss, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
Definition of surveys
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