inspect
verb (used with object)
to look carefully at or over; view closely and critically.
have inspected
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present perfectof inspect.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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"We have inspected the area with Natural Resources Wales and they have undertaken liaison with the Coal Authority – we are satisfied there is no requirement for any further action to be taken," he said.
From BBC ● Oct. 11, 2026
South Korea and the UN Command have inspected the area inside the DMZ where the incident took place.
From Barron's ● Sep. 28, 2026
Armed forces personnel stationed in Greenland have inspected the Ocean Explorer and spoken to those on board, concluding that they were in good condition.
From Reuters ● Sep. 13, 2023
SpaceX’s William Gerstenmaier said the four astronauts returning to Earth in a few weeks already have inspected the Dragon capsule that will carry them home and “it all checked out fine.”
From Seattle Times ● Feb. 23, 2023
I have inspected the plan of the property and walked over the grounds.
From The Son of Clemenceau by Alexandre Dumas fils
