- past tense form of scrutinize.
- past participle of scrutinize.
scrutinized
Example Sentences
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But whoever does sign on will be intensely scrutinized while the Nielsen numbers are closely watched.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026
While the ceremony itself remained private with reportedly just Anderson’s twin sister as a witness and brother-in-law as officiant, the absence underscored how closely the Trump family continues to be scrutinized even in personal milestones.
From Salon • May 23, 2026
The actor hosts a 20-part series on the History Channel that pulls off the seemingly impossible by offering a fresh perspective on our most studied and scrutinized war.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026
Senate committee last month, they have not been sufficiently scrutinized as a basis for monetary policy.
From MarketWatch • May 8, 2026
Olka gestured to my grandmother, who held her paintbrush between her teeth as she scrutinized the canvas.
From "Not Nothing" by Gayle Forman
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