scanned

VERB

look over, scrutinize lightly

Synonyms

STRONGEST

browse check examine flash flip through leaf through look through scour search skim thumb through

STRONG

consider contemplate inquire investigate look overlook regard riff riffle rumble study survey sweep

WEAK

dip into give the once-over glance at glance over have a look-see look up and down run over run through size up take a gander take stock of

Antonyms

STRONG

discard disregard forget ignore look away neglect

Example Sentences

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In this new study, researchers noticed that participants scanned within 16 months of infection showed higher levels of inflammatory activity in white matter than those who had been sick for a longer period.

From Science Daily • May 28, 2026

However, Adhikary claims that after logging into the portal, he could view scanned answer sheets and independently verify the personal details of one evaluator whose account he accessed.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

By that time, one of the law enforcement sources said, officials at Clark’s school were alerted and data from license plate readers were being scanned for any sign of the car he had taken.

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026

"If these families leave, what will be left for us?" asked Martin, as he scanned his nearly full restaurant.

From Barron's • May 4, 2026

Undead lungs heaving, Clare scanned the new place he found himself in.

From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman