1
as in inspection
a close look at or over someone or something in order to judge condition
his performance on the football field is seemingly unaffected by the media's intense scrutiny of his tumultuous personal life
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2
as in gaze
a fixed intent look
began to squirm under the penetrating scrutiny of the judge
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Recent Examples of scrutiny
Since the Trump administration took office, the CFPB has received significant scrutiny.
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Christopher Tremoglie, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 19 Feb. 2025
The recent round of high-profile burglaries has renewed scrutiny of Chile and its participation in the Visa Waiver Program, which allows foreign nationals to visit the U.S. without a visa.
—Bill Chappell, NPR, 19 Feb. 2025
This time, under international scrutiny, and with the blood of a little girl on their hands, the Greeks did not push the group back across the border.
—Lauren Markham, Harper's Magazine, 19 Feb. 2025
Every condo will turn 30 eventually and be subject to the same scrutiny, Brandes said.
—Rebecca Liebson, Miami Herald, 19 Feb. 2025
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Christopher Tremoglie, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 19 Feb. 2025
The recent round of high-profile burglaries has renewed scrutiny of Chile and its participation in the Visa Waiver Program, which allows foreign nationals to visit the U.S. without a visa.
—Bill Chappell, NPR, 19 Feb. 2025
This time, under international scrutiny, and with the blood of a little girl on their hands, the Greeks did not push the group back across the border.
—Lauren Markham, Harper's Magazine, 19 Feb. 2025
Every condo will turn 30 eventually and be subject to the same scrutiny, Brandes said.
—Rebecca Liebson, Miami Herald, 19 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for scrutiny
Noun
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But upon closer inspection what appeared to be a navy jacket, light blue shirt, red tie, and khaki pants was much more nuanced.—
Paige Reddinger,
Robb Report,
24 Feb. 2025
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For occupations where health and safety risks are low, inspections may be sufficient.—
Andrew Wimer,
Forbes,
24 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The man lifted his gaze, a thin smirk curling over his mouth.—
Carly Tagen-Dye,
People.com,
19 Feb. 2025
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From her radiant skin to her bold brows and striking gaze, Simone’s aesthetic was a reflection of her power, resilience, and artistry.—
Larry Stansbury,
Essence,
19 Feb. 2025
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The study, published in the journal BDJ Open, helped test CT as a method for future examinations, Betilsson explained.—
Mark Joseph,
Newsweek,
24 Feb. 2025
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Though Hamas had long claimed that Shiri and the children died in an Israeli air strike, an Israeli forensic examination showed that the children were murdered with the bare hands of their captors and then mutilated in an attempt to blame Israelis for their deaths.—
The Editors,
National Review,
24 Feb. 2025
Noun
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In public, her tics are often met with stares and whispers — or at worst, hostile confrontations — from nearby strangers.—
Zoey Lyttle,
People.com,
13 Jan. 2025
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Faithful stares at her younger image with a hint of wistful pride.—
Debra Rae Cohen,
Rolling Stone,
10 Feb. 2025
Noun
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More than 77% of fiscal year 2023 audits occurred via correspondence, the IRS reported.—
Kate Dore, CFP®, EA,
CNBC,
15 Feb. 2025
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The emails were also included in an unredacted version of the audit released last month.—
Ishani Desai,
Sacramento Bee,
13 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Even to an amateur’s eye, the crisp, exacting corners and lines of the concrete walls prove noticeable.—
Chadd Scott,
Forbes,
23 Feb. 2025
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The eyes see it, the statistics prove it and the evidence is overwhelming: Isak is very good.—
Chris Waugh,
The Athletic,
23 Feb. 2025
Noun
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That includes ticket sales, courses, livestreams and paid memberships, according to a survey conducted by Patreon, a Substack competitor.—
Zach Vallese,
CNBC,
23 Feb. 2025
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According to a YouGov survey published in October last year, 48 percent of 1,122 Americans identify as people-pleasers.—
Mark Joseph,
Newsweek,
23 Feb. 2025
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“Scrutiny.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/scrutiny. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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