had examined
- past perfect of examine.
Example Sentences
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While earlier studies had examined the movement of water molecules on the moon, this research is the first to model the behavior of an organic molecule such as methane.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 13, 2026
Officials said during the meeting that Trump had examined the images himself.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 19, 2026
In 2018, after about 15 years of follow-up, the researchers reported that glyphosate use was not associated with any of the cancers they had examined.
From Slate ● Mar. 5, 2026
On Friday, Kennedy and other commissioners reiterated that sentiment — especially after Lillienfeld revealed the unit had examined “55 or 60” complaints.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 12, 2024
But Mary Lou had smelled his scent, had examined his good hands.
From "Beauty Queens" by Libba Bray
