as in examining
to look over closely (as for judging quality or condition)
inspected the collie before the dog show
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Recent Examples of inspecting
These traits make biodrones suitable for inspecting pipelines, surveying industrial zones, monitoring power lines, or supporting search and rescue missions in hard-to-reach locations.
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Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 10 Feb. 2026
Another clip shows Richardson firefighters inspecting the drone at the scene.
—Steven Rosenbaum, CBS News, 6 Feb. 2026
Deuce was the first to approach, but after inspecting both options, chose not to make a pick.
—Lucia Cheng, Des Moines Register, 3 Feb. 2026
Chuky was inspecting the rifle, turning it over in his hands.
—Jonathan Miles, Harpers Magazine, 27 Jan. 2026
After trips, Orkin recommends inspecting luggage, washing clothes on high heat, and isolating bags to avoid unwanted pests.
—Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 15 Jan. 2026
The Coast Guard is the primary federal authority responsible for inspecting commercial riverboats on the nation's inland waterways.
—Arkansas Online, 31 Dec. 2025
Huening advises inspecting them periodically for animal activity and sun exposure.
—Colleen Sullivan, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Dec. 2025
More than a dozen investigators are charged with routinely inspecting retail food businesses, Usui said.
—Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 22 Dec. 2025
Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 10 Feb. 2026
Another clip shows Richardson firefighters inspecting the drone at the scene.
—Steven Rosenbaum, CBS News, 6 Feb. 2026
Deuce was the first to approach, but after inspecting both options, chose not to make a pick.
—Lucia Cheng, Des Moines Register, 3 Feb. 2026
Chuky was inspecting the rifle, turning it over in his hands.
—Jonathan Miles, Harpers Magazine, 27 Jan. 2026
After trips, Orkin recommends inspecting luggage, washing clothes on high heat, and isolating bags to avoid unwanted pests.
—Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 15 Jan. 2026
The Coast Guard is the primary federal authority responsible for inspecting commercial riverboats on the nation's inland waterways.
—Arkansas Online, 31 Dec. 2025
Huening advises inspecting them periodically for animal activity and sun exposure.
—Colleen Sullivan, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Dec. 2025
More than a dozen investigators are charged with routinely inspecting retail food businesses, Usui said.
—Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 22 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for inspecting
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University of Chicago researchers have begun examining data collected by a device transported by a NASA balloon that flew over Antarctica for 23 days.—
Adam Harrington,
CBS News,
9 Feb. 2026
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But human physicians are still required to do the bulk of the work – like making diagnoses, physically examining patients and writing reports.—
Lisa Eadicicco,
CNN Money,
9 Feb. 2026
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Meanwhile, an Ohio State committee is reviewing a second formal request to remove Wexner’s name from multiple campus buildings, including the football team’s practice facility.—
Daniel Libit,
Sportico.com,
11 Feb. 2026
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That’s what my trusty spreadsheet found after reviewing a BatchData report from the third quarter of 2025 that calculates investor ownership of houses and townhomes nationwide.—
Jonathan Lansner,
Oc Register,
11 Feb. 2026
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The drones automatically adapt scanning parameters based on environmental conditions while stabilizing flight to counter strong airflow inside freezer aisles.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Feb. 2026
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Once active, nearby cameras begin scanning automatically.—
Staff,
FOXNews.com,
9 Feb. 2026
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These traits make biodrones suitable for inspecting pipelines, surveying industrial zones, monitoring power lines, or supporting search and rescue missions in hard-to-reach locations.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Feb. 2026
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Amazon employees can be seen surveying the scene in the clip.—
Amaris Encinas,
USA Today,
7 Feb. 2026
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“Inspecting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inspecting. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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