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Meaning of the word scrutinize in English

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scrutinize

US /ˈskruː.t̬ən.aɪz/
UK /ˈskruː.t̬ən.aɪz/
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Verb

1.

examine or inspect closely and thoroughly

Example:
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The detective began to scrutinize the crime scene for clues.
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Her lawyer will scrutinize every detail of the contract.
Synonym:
examineinspectsurveystudyscan
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