scope out
Britishverb
Example Sentences
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This meant shoppers had to scope out two sections of the store to outfit their rooms.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 2, 2026
Then parliament appoints an "informateur" to scope out the possible contours of a coalition agreement.
From Barron's • Oct. 29, 2025
When they go, the beauty product educators and entrepreneurs scope out new product trends and wellness ingredients that haven’t yet hit mass retailers.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 23, 2025
In trying to protect their privacy, the Murdochs have had their security team scope out which entrance of the courthouse has the fewest reporters waiting outside.
From BBC • Sep. 24, 2024
Genie squinted in the bright light to scope out Ernie, who was now shaking Samantha’s paw, before responding.
From "As Brave As You" by Jason Reynolds
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