examination

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Under cross examination by one of Robinson’s attorneys, the officer confirmed university law enforcement expected thousands of attendees at Kirk’s event but only assigned six officers, about half of the university’s police force.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 6, 2026

Swan has described the book as an examination of how Trump has expanded executive authority during his second term, while Haberman has said their reporting focuses on understanding how decisions are made inside the administration.

From Salon • Jun. 28, 2026

“We are concerned that housing demand and supply are set on diverging courses,” a team of analysts led by Ivy Zelman wrote in a 2021 examination of demographic trends.

From Barron's • Jun. 28, 2026

"Reopening this case will allow for the examination of all potential leads that were overlooked and the re-evaluation of the evidence with modern technologies," said O'Brien.

From BBC • Jun. 26, 2026

There had been bleeding; if she could have afforded an examination, a doctor would have found signs of placental abruption.

From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson