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scanning

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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CT scanning works by combining thousands of X-ray images into a detailed 3D model that reveals both the exterior and internal anatomy of an object without physically cutting into it.

From Science Daily • May 25, 2026

The researchers used near-field scanning measurements to directly observe the narwhal-shaped wavefunctions in action.

From Science Daily • May 21, 2026

Hig’s days are spent flying perimeter patrols, scanning for signs of life — or trouble — until he encounters Margaret Qualley’s Cima, a medic guarding her own small foothold in the ruined world.

From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026

The US company Shaper makes a handheld CNC router, as well as digital solutions that allow for straightforward scanning and designing before cutting.

From BBC • May 11, 2026

I reached in and pulled out Mr. Neely’s flyer, scanning straight past the happy egg to the bottom.

From "The Science of Breakable Things" by Tae Keller