examine
Example Sentences
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Viñola Lopez returned to the cave to examine its geological layers.
From Science Daily • Apr. 3, 2026
The claim alleges that Kelley-Eklund and Osborn failed to properly examine and handle the grenade, and says Lemus was not expecting a live device to be present at the training center.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026
In early March, Bern announced its intention to examine the acquisition of an additional long-range surface-to-air missile system, preferably manufactured in Europe, to complement the Patriot system.
From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026
Guided by that principle, one of us helped launch an effort within Maryland’s Department of Juvenile Services to examine its history, including its segregationist past.
From Slate • Mar. 30, 2026
The Rough Guide series of books and recordings includes some that examine modern folk artists.
From "Understanding Basic Music Theory" by Catherine Schmidt-Jones and Russel Jones
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