scrutinized

Example Sentences

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As Monteiro notes, “When we go to a film festival, the pageantry is a big part of the presentation, and I don’t think there is any pageant that is as glamorous and scrutinized as Cannes.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

That they’re examined, scrutinized, critiqued and celebrated with such richness and depth is a true treat that few legacy sequels ever provide.

From Salon • May 1, 2026

Meta Platforms plunged nearly 9%, wiping out $175 billion in market cap, as investors scrutinized AI spending.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

The ECB is not expected to announce an interest rate hike, but "every word will be scrutinized for any potential shift in tone regarding this persistent energy shock," said John Plassard of Cite Gestion.

From Barron's • Apr. 28, 2026

Basta scrutinized Elinor once again, then turned to Meggie.

From "Inkheart" by Cornelia Funke