scanning

VERB

look over, scrutinize lightly

Synonyms

STRONGEST

browse check examine flash flip through leaf through look through scour search skim thumb through

STRONG

consider contemplate inquire investigate look overlook regard riff riffle rumble study survey sweep

WEAK

dip into give the once-over glance at glance over have a look-see look up and down run over run through size up take a gander take stock of

Antonyms

STRONG

discard disregard forget ignore look away neglect

Example Sentences

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He later brought silk samples back to the University of Greifswald in Germany, where they were examined using advanced techniques including scanning electron microscopy.

From Science Daily • Jun. 26, 2026

She says the experience left her "hypervigilant", constantly scanning her environment for people who may be filming her.

From BBC • Jun. 21, 2026

Much like browsing for a used car, customers should do their due diligence—comparing prices across websites and scanning seller ratings before initiating a purchase, says Wiens.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 21, 2026

Eventual analysis with scanning electron microscopy at the Canadian Museum of Nature allowed researchers to confirm it as a probable embolomere.

From Barron's • Jun. 18, 2026

He strode a few paces forward, scanning every broken twig and blade of grass.

From "The Book of Three" by Lloyd Alexander