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inspection

[in-spek-shuhn] / ɪnˈspɛk ʃən /


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The inspection report had some red flags, which they used as leverage to get the sale price down to $185,000.

From MarketWatch Sep. 1, 2026

Under the new rule that took effect Tuesday, labour standards inspection offices will no longer pressure businesses over the 45-hour limit.

From Barron's Sep. 1, 2026

The Hubble Space Telescope, launched in 1990, opened the heavens to new and fascinating inspection.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 30, 2026

Some subsequently appeared in the slaughter pipeline; inspection records showed mustangs ending up on trucks bound for Canadian slaughter plants.

From Salon Aug. 27, 2026

Ella pulled Brigit closer so Gran could do her usual inspection.

From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton

Prosecutors alleged that the Nvidia employee was aware of the plan and assured managers that on-site inspections for the sale had cleared.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 24, 2026

Attorneys general from Iowa, Arkansas, and Missouri had sought an injunction against the EPA to stop them from ordering states to evaluate their water utilities’ cybersecurity operational technology when they conducted inspections.

From Slate Aug. 19, 2026

Standard home inspections don’t necessarily involve checks for problems like lead, mold or termites — but that also varies by state and inspector.

From MarketWatch Aug. 15, 2026

The region’s Bay Area Rapid Transit commuter rail system reduced train speeds after the quake to complete safety inspections, and told riders to expect delays of about 20 minutes.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 13, 2026

Their expanded powers permitted them to knock on anyone’s door to pursue an accusation and for random inspections as well, in the name of public safety.

From "The Underground Railroad: A Novel" by Colson Whitehead




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