inspect
verb (used with object)
to look carefully at or over; view closely and critically.
inspecting
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present participleof inspect.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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China's Premier Li Qiang was quickly despatched to the region, where he was seen inspecting debris removal - a rare visit by the country's second-most important leader so soon after a major disaster.
From BBC ● Aug. 28, 2026
He was pictured inspecting a seafood processing facility on the island of Iturup, which Japan calls Etorofu.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 21, 2026
Brad Cooper, confirmed them after inspecting the vessel.
From Slate ● Aug. 19, 2026
“With all of the different regulators inspecting the proposed merger ... I think it helps with a more robust analysis.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 15, 2026
If the nosy neighbor weren't here, Mrs. de Vries would insist on inspecting the contents of the parcel.
From "Girl in the Blue Coat" by Monica Hesse
