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examination

[ig-zam-uh-ney-shuhn] / ɪgˌzæm əˈneɪ ʃən /




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The seismic recordings also appeared unusual, prompting closer examination.

From Science Daily • Jun. 3, 2026

Russian President Vladimir Putin said Friday that "no one" could determine the aircraft's origin with any authority until a thorough examination was carried out.

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

Singh, who is now 76, made a call to Emma's house and started to do an examination.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

The memo released Friday night was intended to provide overall findings of Trump’s examination, according to a statement from the White House.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026

The examination of his baggage took only a few minutes.

From "Murder on the Orient Express" by Agatha Christie




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