- present participle of inspect.
inspecting
Example Sentences
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The follow-up work included inspecting suspected areas of interest and reviewing places where sealant had already been applied.
From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026
For months, lawmakers inspecting the facility have corroborated reports of inhumane conditions and called for immediate intervention.
From Slate • May 29, 2026
Specialist teams in the Greek armed forces are now inspecting the drone for clues as to its origin and purpose.
From BBC • May 9, 2026
The airline’s maintenance team “found no damage after thoroughly inspecting the aircraft,” United Airlines said in a statement to The Times.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026
The garage door is open, and Ray is up on the ladder inspecting the dark ceiling rafters with a super-bright flashlight.
From "The Tenth Mistake of Hank Hooperman" by Gennifer Choldenko
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