- past tense form of scrutinize.
- past participle of scrutinize.
scrutinized
Example Sentences
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In the meantime, this highly ambitious, informative and entertaining series takes the most analyzed, scrutinized, dramatized and idealized event of the 20th century and makes it feel like something you never learned about in school.
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
That they’re examined, scrutinized, critiqued and celebrated with such richness and depth is a true treat that few legacy sequels ever provide.
From Salon • May 1, 2026
The ECB is not expected to announce an interest rate hike, but "every word will be scrutinized for any potential shift in tone regarding this persistent energy shock," said John Plassard of Cite Gestion.
From Barron's • Apr. 28, 2026
He held his hand out for Nina’s papers and scrutinized them with cold blue eyes.
From "Six of Crows" by Leigh Bardugo
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