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inspects

  • present tense form of inspect (3rd person singular).

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Adalberto Maypora, a well-known character around town, inspects his fishing boat on a deserted beach nestled between cliffs.

From Barron's Jul. 18, 2026

She trains them to stand stock-still when a judge inspects them nose to tail, or trot in a circle without getting distracted by the crowd.

From The Wall Street Journal Jan. 31, 2026

The PCAOB, which regulates the accounting firms that audit U.S.-listed companies, sets audit standards, inspects audits and disciplines firms for violations.

From The Wall Street Journal Dec. 19, 2025

Edison’s transmission manual dated December 20, 2024 states that it inspects idle lines every three years, while active ones are inspected annually.

From Los Angeles Times Dec. 17, 2025

I hold my breath as Mary inspects my work.

From "Orphan Train" by Christina Baker Kline