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scrutinize
verb
Examine carefully for accuracy with the intent of verification
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ˈskɹuːtɨnaɪz
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verb
Examine carefully for accuracy with the intent of verification
“Audit accounts and tax returns”
verb
To look at critically or searchingly, or in minute detail
“He scrutinized his likeness in the mirror”
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Audit accounts and tax returns
He scrutinized his likeness in the mirror
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