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verb

Definition of scansnext
present tense third-person singular of scan
as in surveys
to look over closely (as for judging quality or condition) scanned the manuscript carefully for any overlooked errors

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scans

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noun

plural of scan
as in inspections
a close look at or over someone or something in order to judge condition gave the car a good scan to see if it was worth buying

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  1. inspections
  2. examines
  3. analyzes
Noun
  • Both paint shop and assembly inspections benefit from the real-time data generated by vision systems.
    Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 9 Dec. 2024
  • These inspections are vital in ensuring flawless paint application.
    Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 9 Dec. 2024
Definition of inspections
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  • The unnamed bank executive told CNN that his firm has a war room that examines online threats – some of which are death threats that name executives and family members.
    Matt Egan, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Tracing its roots from Chicago’s underground dance clubs to its global influence, the film examines house music’s enduring presence.
    Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of examines
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  • In one video, Obama analyzes a clip of Pam and her daughter talking about one of Pam's dates.
    Greta Cross, USA TODAY, 10 Dec. 2024
  • The equipment then analyzes each of the dimples.
    Bill Kearney, Sun Sentinel, 7 Dec. 2024
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