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as in interrogated
to put a series of questions to
the defense attorney was eager to examine her star witness
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as in reviewed
to look over closely (as for judging quality or condition)
the customer painstakingly examined the antique piece of furniture from top to bottom before purchasing it
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as in explored
to search through or into
a groundbreaking study that examined the causes of juvenile delinquency
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Recent Examples of examined
In Florida, residents can be involuntarily examined.
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Carol Marbin Miller, Miami Herald, 8 Jan. 2025
Obviously, some of the old ways of policing definitely need to be examined more.
—Lynette Rice, Deadline, 7 Jan. 2025
None of the data included in the analysis is from the US, and the fluoride levels examined are at least double the level recommended for municipal water in the US.
—Ars Technica, 7 Jan. 2025
Editor’s picks Elsewhere on the episode, Stewart examined the recent attacks in New Orleans and Las Vegas.
—Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone, 7 Jan. 2025
Because the weapon is in the lab, Sayer’s team hasn’t yet examined all of its mysterious runes.
—Sonja Anderson, Smithsonian Magazine, 6 Jan. 2025
Investigators examined the cell phone and found multiple text messages, but the information could not lead them to the suspect who tossed the firearm.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 24 Dec. 2024
The judges should not block the program, which has been studied and reviewed and examined and evaluated.
—New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 23 Dec. 2024
Investigators from Mass Eye and Ear, a specialty hospital in Boston, examined six children who had a form of genetic deafness called DFNB9, which is caused by a gene mutation that interferes with the transmission of sound signals from the ear to the brain.
—Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 23 Dec. 2024
Carol Marbin Miller, Miami Herald, 8 Jan. 2025
Obviously, some of the old ways of policing definitely need to be examined more.
—Lynette Rice, Deadline, 7 Jan. 2025
None of the data included in the analysis is from the US, and the fluoride levels examined are at least double the level recommended for municipal water in the US.
—Ars Technica, 7 Jan. 2025
Editor’s picks Elsewhere on the episode, Stewart examined the recent attacks in New Orleans and Las Vegas.
—Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone, 7 Jan. 2025
Because the weapon is in the lab, Sayer’s team hasn’t yet examined all of its mysterious runes.
—Sonja Anderson, Smithsonian Magazine, 6 Jan. 2025
Investigators examined the cell phone and found multiple text messages, but the information could not lead them to the suspect who tossed the firearm.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 24 Dec. 2024
The judges should not block the program, which has been studied and reviewed and examined and evaluated.
—New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 23 Dec. 2024
Investigators from Mass Eye and Ear, a specialty hospital in Boston, examined six children who had a form of genetic deafness called DFNB9, which is caused by a gene mutation that interferes with the transmission of sound signals from the ear to the brain.
—Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 23 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for examined
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All five were interrogated for hours by detectives and ultimately implicated themselves.Anita Chabria, Los Angeles Times, 23 Dec. 2024
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Soldiers rushed in and seized his computers, interrogated his family, and arrested him.Daniel Darling, National Review, 22 Dec. 2024
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The survey explored the sentiments of varying demographics of American workers, covering Gen Zers, to Gen Xers, to Black Americans, to Hispanics, to Westerners, to those making under $50,000 or $100,000 or more, and everyone in between.Rachel Wells, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
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Chu previously explained that the musical's intricate narrative, rich character arcs and iconic musical numbers could be better explored over two films rather than compressed into a single movie.George Monastiriakos, Newsweek, 31 Dec. 2024
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Some players questioned Steichen’s decision making, and the direction of the franchise.Zak Keefer, The Athletic, 5 Jan. 2025
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Chicago was questioned for its decision to honor Rose ahead of other Bulls greats.Dan Perry, Newsweek, 5 Jan. 2025
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For a year, The Times has investigated this divide around interrogations, examining methods as well as multiple cases involving false confessions.Anita Chabria, Los Angeles Times, 23 Dec. 2024
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The often secretive, bipartisan panel has investigated claims against Gaetz since 2021.Farnoush Amiri and Lisa Mascaro, Los Angeles Times, 23 Dec. 2024
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Out of the 21 industries surveyed, 17 logged higher activity than the month before, including aviation, transportation and telecommunications.Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 31 Dec. 2024
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Eighty-four percent of those surveyed reported using the Ukrainian language more, and 55 percent more frequently wore national symbols and colors.Anton Grushetskyi, Foreign Affairs, 30 Dec. 2024
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In Connecticut, retail stores and farms selling raw milk are inspected by the Department of Agriculture quarterly.Jan Ellen Spiegel, Hartford Courant, 24 Dec. 2024
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Wrapping gifts before traveling is discouraged, as any item that sets off the screening machine may need to be unwrapped and inspected.Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 24 Dec. 2024
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He was voted in amid a wave of popularity for his ruling Liberal Party in late 2015 – very much viewed as a fresh face for the future and beating incumbent Stephen Harper – but has faced multiple challenges during a near decade-long tenure.Max Goldbart, Deadline, 6 Jan. 2025
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And as cards of all kinds are now more widely viewed as alternative investments with the potential to be worth millions, the demand for authentication and grading — an attempt at standardizing assessments of condition that drives value — has skyrocketed.Larry Holder, The Athletic, 6 Jan. 2025
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The new trade data gets uploaded, is analyzed, and the model is updated to determine what the best opportunities might be given the new information.Barnet Sherman, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
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In 2024, researchers tested the metabolism of fruit bats, analyzed the mechanics of swimming fish, and took note of the wound-healing abilities of both primates and ants.Carlyn Kranking, Smithsonian Magazine, 31 Dec. 2024
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