Example Sentences

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“The Department of Building and Safety has been great. Inspections are smooth, and inspectors are available with no delays.”

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 17, 2025

Inspections on Sunday showed several "abnormalities" in the venue, including "deficiencies" in the fire-extinguishing and lighting system, spokesman for the public prosecutor's office Biljana Arsovska said.

From BBC • Mar. 16, 2025

Inspections can only be conducted when the homeowner, co-applicant or renter is present.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 13, 2025

Inspections were launched after a ceiling - made out of lath and plaster - partly collapsed at a Synergy Education Trust academy.

From BBC • Oct. 2, 2024

Inspections of various sorts became a daily occurrence; inspectors from the War Office came down and condemned nearly everything we had including motor and horse transport, harness and other equipment.

From On the Fringe of the Great Fight by Nasmith, George G. (George Gallie)