Example Sentences

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Some were scrutinizing monks more closely to avoid aiding those that support the junta, while others had eschewed the centuries-old tradition completely.

From Reuters • Dec. 8, 2022

Federal investigators said they were scrutinizing Mr. Shiffer’s social media accounts.

From New York Times • Aug. 11, 2022

Both the FDA and Johnson & Johnson were scrutinizing operations after previous findings in 2020 that the plant was poorly prepared to produce vaccine as the pandemic raged out of control.

From Washington Post • May 10, 2022

Laboratory groups expressed surprise about the change and said they were scrutinizing the new policy.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 20, 2020

His voice was still offhand, but his eyes were scrutinizing my reaction.

From "Twilight" by Stephenie Meyer