examination
Example Sentences
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It’s McKellen reveling in a great role: charmingly funny but also bittersweet in the film’s examination of how fading fame can calcify one’s soul.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026
An area between Krefeld Way and Beaumont Way has been cordoned off to allow officers to carry out an examination of the scene and to identify any potential witnesses.
From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026
During the examination, the polygrapher asked Hatley if she knew who shot Cynthia.
From Slate • Apr. 6, 2026
He said he wanted to establish an independent commission to carry out a full examination of recruitment, reporting and monitoring procedures.
From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026
I had done the direct examination of all of the witnesses and was surprised when I realized that it was already 5:00 p.m.
From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson
Vocabulary lists containing examination
The SAT: Multiple-Meaning Words, List 8
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The New SAT: Multiple-Meaning Words
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The ACT Reading Test: Multiple-Meaning Words, List 8
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