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as in interrogating
to put a series of questions to
the defense attorney was eager to examine her star witness
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as in reviewing
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 exploring
to search through or into
a groundbreaking study that examined the causes of juvenile delinquency
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Recent Examples of examining
For those feeling especially upset over this video, Anderson recommends examining those feelings and channeling them in healthy, productive ways.
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Charles Trepany, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2025
To find an exoplanet, the most successful methods have leveraged examining the light from a star that might house them.
—Ethan Siegel, Big Think, 10 Sep. 2025
After previously offering tax incentives to draw data center operators to their respective states, lawmakers are now examining how to address the potential burden hosting these centers can impose on state residents.
—Ariel Cohen, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
At the top of Whatley’s list is a 2020 executive order Cooper signed creating a task force examining criminal justice reforms that proposed multiple recommendations included in a crime bill the following year.
—Emily Hallas, The Washington Examiner, 8 Sep. 2025
Most efforts have focused on tumor DNA and RNA and examining different types of proteins and cell signaling to detect cancer.
—Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 8 Sep. 2025
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
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
Fahey Rush joined the company in 1996, when she was tied to networks such as VH1, Logo and CMT, and tasked with examining analytics and ad-sales research.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 3 Sep. 2025
Charles Trepany, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2025
To find an exoplanet, the most successful methods have leveraged examining the light from a star that might house them.
—Ethan Siegel, Big Think, 10 Sep. 2025
After previously offering tax incentives to draw data center operators to their respective states, lawmakers are now examining how to address the potential burden hosting these centers can impose on state residents.
—Ariel Cohen, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
At the top of Whatley’s list is a 2020 executive order Cooper signed creating a task force examining criminal justice reforms that proposed multiple recommendations included in a crime bill the following year.
—Emily Hallas, The Washington Examiner, 8 Sep. 2025
Most efforts have focused on tumor DNA and RNA and examining different types of proteins and cell signaling to detect cancer.
—Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 8 Sep. 2025
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
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
Fahey Rush joined the company in 1996, when she was tied to networks such as VH1, Logo and CMT, and tasked with examining analytics and ad-sales research.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 3 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for examining
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While occasional jealousy is natural, constant suspicion, interrogating whereabouts or pressuring the other person for explanations signals deeper trust issues.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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But the documentary jumps quickly between these stories without interrogating any of them in close detail.—
Hershal Pandya,
Vulture,
5 Sep. 2025
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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
Verb
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Watch Thelma on Hulu Kinds of Kindness Directed by Yorgos Lanthimos, this 2024 dark dramedy anthology is told across three loosely interwoven chapters, each exploring characters who take extraordinary measures to demonstrate their love to someone else.—
Hannah Kerns,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
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The 35-year-old Bohannon hopes to draw in audiences and artists who, like himself, may not come from a reggae background but are open to exploring new musical styles.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
6 Sep. 2025
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According to the New York Times, this individual was the second person detained and later released by law enforcement authorities after questioning.—
Zachary Folk,
Forbes.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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Instead, the Prime Minister’s absence has left British Jews questioning whether this government is serious about confronting the hatred consuming our country.—
Staff,
FOXNews.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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The easy 1-mile route takes hikers under the bridge—past the spot where George Washington allegedly carved his initials into the rock when surveying the land—and then out to Lace Falls, a 50-foot cascade.—
Lydia Mansel,
Southern Living,
8 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
Verb
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While making the documentary, the body of Dong-hwan’s mother is discovered, prompting several interviews investigating her death.—
Joan MacDonald,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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Police in Tampa were investigating a shooting at an apartment block early on Thursday that left six people wounded.—
Robert Birsel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Sep. 2025
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So, like two detectives sniffing a break in a case, Richardson and Soto further investigated, scanning more clips in search of supporting evidence.—
Will Sammon,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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At the same time, a Gen X employee might dedicate 15 minutes each morning to scanning industry headlines.—
Caroline Castrillon,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Sizing it up, inspecting it, admiring the craftsmanship.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
10 Sep. 2025
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Chip, the 3-year-old miniature dachshund, was filmed bounding toward the open door but immediately reconsidering after inspecting the dreary conditions outside his home in England.—
Melissa Fleur Afshar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Sep. 2025
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