inspect
verb (used with object)
to look carefully at or over; view closely and critically.
has inspected
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present perfectof inspect (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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"Use of these small metal enclosures for any reason is unprecedented among detention facilities OIG has inspected and presents significant risks to detainee health and safety," the report said.
From Barron's ● Sep. 14, 2026
Burke has defended the arrangement, telling the Australian Broadcasting Corporation he has inspected the accommodation and health facilities on Nauru and "the standard there is good".
From BBC ● Oct. 28, 2025
Since entering Russia last Tuesday in his first foreign travel in 4 1/2 years, Kim has inspected some of Russia’s most advanced weapons systems including nuclear-capable bombers, fighter jets, hypersonic missiles and a warship.
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 16, 2023
Adams has inspected all the buildings and has obtained a $500,000 line of credit to reestablish security and management at the properties and begin making repairs, Feldstein Soto said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 30, 2023
"She has inspected our rent-roll, now," said Vizard, pathetically: "and knows nothing about the matter."
From A Woman-Hater by Charles Reade
