Example Sentences

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Guggenheim Investments is scrutinizing accounting firms and other white-collar service companies out of concern that artificial intelligence could potentially take out whole businesses.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

The job: The city controller serves as L.A.’s chief auditor and watchdog of the public purse, including scrutinizing how money is spent and whether City Hall is performing efficiently.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

Some investigators are also scrutinizing how harmful language, conspiracy theories and propaganda evolve over time.

From Salon • May 8, 2026

In the letter, Carr also warned that the FCC would be monitoring Disney’s affiliate-station negotiations and agreements; with this week’s early request, he appears to be hastening that scrutinizing process.

From Slate • Apr. 29, 2026

I stagger through the door under Mother’s scrutinizing eyes.

From "Tasting the Sky" by Ibtisam Barakat