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screening

[skree-ning] / ˈskri nɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
hiding
Synonyms
Antonyms
WEAK
in plain view obvious




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The intake process for new detainees, which includes a medical and mental health screening, is supposed to take place within 12 hours of their arrival.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

Although screening programs have helped reduce cases among adults over 50, researchers say the opposite trend is unfolding in younger age groups across many wealthy nations.

From Science Daily • May 15, 2026

Last November, three reports detailed weaknesses in screening and management at the trust and were intended to provide future learning across the entire healthcare system.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

For years the excitement in cancer blood testing centered on multi-cancer detection, screening healthy people with a single blood draw.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

“I figured the FBI would be screening your mail. And when I saw Andre’s posts online…” Camille and I swivel to stare at Andre, who looks embarrassed.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller




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