scrutinizing

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In the DOJ’s aborted investigation of Southern Coal, prosecutors and federal agents had begun to gather evidence, scrutinizing testimony in the Justices’ various civil trials, and had approached former employees seeking information.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

It’s a worthy mission—and D.C.’s demographics similarly fit the goal of increasing the diversity of the first contests and positioning Black voices at the forefront of scrutinizing the party’s candidates.

From Slate • May 26, 2026

Investors are scrutinizing franchisee profitability, same-store sales, and closure rates.

From Barron's • May 26, 2026

Abel is known to be more hands-on as Berkshire’s CEO than his predecessor, and is scrutinizing Berkshire’s businesses and stock portfolio with a fresh and more-critical eye.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

Ignatius pondered the proposal for some time, scrutinizing the scar on the old man’s nose and belching gassily.

From "A Confederacy of Dunces" by John Kennedy Toole