examine
verb (used with object)
to inspect or scrutinize carefully.
examined
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past participleof examine.past participle
A verb form used in perfect and passive verb constructions and that can also function as a modifier.
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past tense formof examine.past tense
Used to describe completed actions or previous habitual actions.
examineverb (used with object)to inspect or scrutinize carefully.
Example Sentences
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And that "all circumstances" surrounding the incident would be examined.
From BBC ● Oct. 16, 2026
The researchers examined two surviving cubes of natural uranium that had been used in the German nuclear project.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 16, 2026
The team initially examined 20 tidal disruption events using observations collected in visible light, ultraviolet, X-rays, and radio wavelengths.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 16, 2026
The researchers also examined health conditions and behaviors among younger adults who experienced strokes.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 15, 2026
He examined the progress of the match and said, “You’re good.”
From "City Spies" by James Ponti
