retested

verb

Definition of retestednext
past tense of retest
as in investigated

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  1. investigated
  2. tested
  3. examined
Verb
  • The circumstances leading to the officer being shot were still being investigated, Chief MJ Harris told reporters at a briefing.
    Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
  • 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
Definition of investigated
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  • This latest setback tested his mental fortitude like never before.
    Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 24 Dec. 2024
  • To ensure that Charlotte’s harness was comfortable enough and would not cause irritation, the team tested multiple prototypes of the belt and settled on one that was light, adjustable, flexible and hugged the edges of his shell.
    Elizabeth Gamillo, Smithsonian Magazine, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of tested
Verb
  • 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
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“Retested.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/retested. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.

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