as in to examine
to look over closely (as for judging quality or condition)
scanned the manuscript carefully for any overlooked errors
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as in inspection
a close look at or over someone or something in order to judge condition
gave the car a good scan to see if it was worth buying
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Recent Examples of scan
Newsweek Staff, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Apr. 2025
While waiting for President Sarkozy to start the proceedings, Reinaldo scanned the vast room, which displayed in its décor both the fleur-de-lis and the French Republic’s monogram.
—Air Mail, 29 Mar. 2025
Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 28 Mar. 2025
Researchers collected brain scans, blood samples and hunger ratings before and several times after each drink.
—Paul Du Quenoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Mar. 2025
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Verb
Because these events are unpredictable, the rover frequently scans the horizon in all directions.
—Newsweek Staff, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Apr. 2025
While waiting for President Sarkozy to start the proceedings, Reinaldo scanned the vast room, which displayed in its décor both the fleur-de-lis and the French Republic’s monogram.
—Air Mail, 29 Mar. 2025
Noun
Insurance does not typically cover whole-body scans.
—Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 28 Mar. 2025
Researchers collected brain scans, blood samples and hunger ratings before and several times after each drink.
—Paul Du Quenoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Mar. 2025
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Verb
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In 2023, the Whitney Museum and Menil Collection organized the first Asawa exhibition to examine the primacy of drawings in her practice, influenced by the former Bauhaus teacher and artist Josef Albers at Black Mountain.—
Hilarie M. Sheets,
New York Times,
4 Apr. 2025
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Lower Skin Inflammation One study examined the effects of black, green, and white tea extracts on psoriatic skin inflammation in mice.—
Lindsay Curtis,
Verywell Health,
4 Apr. 2025
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The Folsom and Clementine program mirrors restrictions adopted across Northern California with boaters wishing to launch having a red quarantine seal for at least 30 days after a mandatory inspection.—
Daniel Hunt,
Sacbee.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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Boar’s Head closed that facility in September after inspection reports revealed numerous problems, including model, insects, dripping water and meat and fat residue on walls, floors and equipment dating back at least two years, the Associated Press reported.—
Addy Bink,
The Hill,
8 Apr. 2025
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The process involves identifying the problem, engaging in group discussions, evaluating different perspectives, negotiating to reach consensus, executing the collective decision, and reviewing outcomes.—
Hamilton Mann,
Forbes.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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Will the policy be reviewed? April 3, 2025 4:00 AM See all stories 208-703-8818 Alex Brizee covers Criminal Justice for the Idaho Statesman.—
Alex Brizee,
Idaho Statesman,
3 Apr. 2025
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Atopic dermatitis is the most common type of eczema, and it's primarily diagnosed by a visual examination and collecting your health history.—
Susan Bard,
Verywell Health,
2 Apr. 2025
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What follows is a twisted examination of motherhood and the arbitrary expectations of adulthood.—
The New Yorker,
New Yorker,
31 Mar. 2025
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Perhaps that is why 45% of experts surveyed think this kind of AI co-evolution will have a more negative than positive effect on mental well-being by 2035.—
Tracey Follows,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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Staff have recently been surveyed about their experiences.—
Jake Kanter,
Deadline,
9 Apr. 2025
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The Foundation also hasn’t submitted an annual audit that was due March 31.—
Jeffrey Schweers,
The Orlando Sentinel,
4 Apr. 2025
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Peter Hadler, deputy commissioner of DSS, said that the officials that were dismissed had played a critical role in the program’s success, from reviewing the state’s plan for distributing the funding to conducting audits.—
Laura Tillman,
Hartford Courant,
3 Apr. 2025
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As the fireline is constructed, inspected or reinforced, mappers record those details to adjust the containment percentage.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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For Temu, Eurofins Assurance will inspect merchandise including apparel, textiles and jewelry and outdoor furniture, among other categories.—
Sarah Jones,
Sourcing Journal,
8 Apr. 2025
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Now, Hochul is forcing a ban through the budget, bypassing public scrutiny and accountability.—
N. Goldberg,
New York Daily News,
9 Apr. 2025
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The Fort Worth Independent School District’s new executive director of transportation presented his plans to turn around a department clouded by a poor reputation and recent scrutiny by its workers.—
Lina Ruiz,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 Apr. 2025
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“Scan.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/scan. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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