scrutiny

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The relationship between England and the counties has come under scrutiny following this winter's Ashes defeat and England and Wales Cricket Board managing director Rob Key has spoken about wanting to improve relations.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

Many companies see a moment to pounce on bigger deals that would normally face prolonged antitrust scrutiny.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

The company has also faced scrutiny over reduced financial transparency following a reorganization of its reporting segments this year.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

This kind of “viewpoint discrimination,” Gorsuch concluded, is “presumptively unconstitutional,” and must survive strict scrutiny, meaning it is “narrowly tailored to serve compelling state interests.”

From Slate • Mar. 31, 2026

We practiced our looks on house servants, perfecting them in solitary chambers under the scrutiny of Du Barry.

From "The Belles" by Dhonielle Clayton