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scrutinize

[skroot-n-ahyz] / ˈskrut nˌaɪz /


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Publishing them means that other people can read and scrutinize them, and mock the justices when they write illogical, unsupported or embarrassing opinions.

From Salon • Apr. 22, 2026

Beijing recently introduced new supply-chain regulations that Cutler describes as “pretty vague,” giving Chinese authorities wide discretion over which companies and trade flows to scrutinize.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026

Bojarsky hopes the silver lining of the scandal is that there “might be more of a race” as people scrutinize the field of candidates.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

Investors continue to scrutinize geopolitical and military developments out of the Middle East as a major factor influencing markets.

From Barron's • Apr. 6, 2026

She waves her hand, pushing me to scrutinize the poor girl.

From "The Belles" by Dhonielle Clayton




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