quizzing

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At the Pentagon, Feinberg is known for frequently hosting meetings that last for hours, quizzing company bosses who visit and often staying at work until midnight.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

Over the table, Kit's brother, Fred, became hungry for answers and began quizzing the men.

From BBC • May 5, 2025

Anderson, the superintendent, strode to the front of the room, quizzing the children on whether they wanted to be teachers, doctors or even the president of the United States someday.

From Seattle Times • May 15, 2024

He’d also like to turn quizzing into a full-time job, although how exactly that will happen is unclear.

From New York Times • Apr. 7, 2024

Saint Sarah sits, barking questions that she’s collected from previous Quiz Bowls, her silk flower turning with her head to gaze at the person she’s asked or aimed her quizzing at.

From "Saints and Misfits" by S.K. Ali