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inspect

[in-spekt] / ɪnˈspɛkt /


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The only way for drivers to know if the parts—or counterfeit versions of them—are even in their cars is to pay to have a mechanic inspect them.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 9, 2026

A presidential commission to determine how habitable buildings are has been organizing workshops to prepare engineers and architects to inspect buildings damaged by the earthquakes.

From Barron's Jul. 8, 2026

The state board will inspect Los Padrinos again in August and reassess its suitability.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 30, 2026

The Immigration and Nationality Act, it explains, requires immigration officials to inspect a noncitizen who “arrives in the United States” and permits that person to apply for asylum.

From Slate Jun. 26, 2026

It was his job to inspect the gemstone.

From "The Assassination of Brangwain Spurge" by M.T. Anderson and Eugene Yelchin

Adalberto Maypora, a well-known character around town, inspects his fishing boat on a deserted beach nestled between cliffs.

From Barron's Jul. 18, 2026

“That’s why SCE grounds idle lines and inspects them,” Dunleavy said of the risk.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 9, 2026

However, in response to the recent cases, Ofsted now inspects early years settings every four years, instead of every six years.

From BBC May 6, 2026

The PCAOB, which regulates the accounting firms that audit U.S.-listed companies, sets audit standards, inspects audits and disciplines firms for violations.

From The Wall Street Journal Dec. 19, 2025

Six minutes later, I’m back at the nurse’s office—in my extra shirt and with a fresh ice pack on my face—while Nurse Finnegan inspects my collar.

From "Popcorn" by Rob Harrell

Rental damage claims can take several weeks — or even a few months — to process, especially if the vehicle needs to be inspected or repaired.

From MarketWatch Jul. 21, 2026

Walking down a brightly lighted factory floor, Graham inspected rows of heavy Vampire bomber drones—known to Russian troops as “Baba Yaga,” after witchlike figures in Slavic folklore—and smaller Shrike attack drones.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 13, 2026

Two days after the earthquakes, Chilean rescuers inspected the area and returned with radar equipment after gathering the accounts of neighbors.

From Barron's Jul. 7, 2026

The Airbus A319 was inspected after landing with no damage found, according to the airline.

From BBC Jul. 5, 2026

He passed the gun over to Rick, who inspected it expertly, by way of years of experience.

From "Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?" by Philip K. Dick

Hine often donned disguises or pretended to be inspecting a factory.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 1, 2026

A state agency tasked with inspecting theme park rides found no operational issues with Tiana’s Bayou Adventure after a 13-year-old climbed out of the Disneyland log flume ride and fell 50 feet over the weekend.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 24, 2026

The flow of residents to Nabatieh picked up later in the day, with people inspecting their homes and properties as heavy machinery worked to remove rubble and clear roads.

From Barron's Jun. 15, 2026

Suresh was inspecting a fault in one of the ship's generators at the time, she said.

From BBC Jun. 12, 2026

She seemed to be inspecting her, and Seven worried the Gran could see every doubt and fear in her mind.

From "Witchlings" by Claribel A. Ortega




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