scanned

verb

Definition of scannednext
past tense of scan
as in examined
to look over closely (as for judging quality or condition) scanned the manuscript carefully for any overlooked errors

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  1. examined
  2. surveyed
  3. inspected
  4. viewed
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  • Experts examined the needles using mass spectrometry, which measures molecules’ mass-to-charge ratio, and an imaging technique called micro-CT scanning.
    Julia Binswanger, Smithsonian Magazine, 11 Dec. 2024
  • The researchers examined twelve ancient pottery fragments from the Shangshan site, dating back to 10,000-9000 BP in the Neolithic period.
    Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of examined
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  • Level Access’s report, which surveyed more than 1,400 professionals across industries including more than 500 decision-makers from the European market, found that 73% of survey respondents affirmed that the EAA applies to their organization.
    Gus Alexiou, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • According to a study by Accenture, 62% of those surveyed insisted that brands speak out on important (social, cultural, environmental and political) matters.
    Jon Michail, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of surveyed
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  • Have your heating unit inspected annually.
    Eric Lagatta, Austin American-Statesman, 10 Dec. 2024
  • Make an appointment to have your chimney inspected and swept out.
    Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 7 Dec. 2024
Definition of inspected
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  • The video of her protest was viewed more than 200 million times in two days.
    Maggie McGrath, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Christopher's clip has been viewed more than 700,000 times and received over 100,000 comments.
    Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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