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to examine
01
to look at something or someone carefully to find potential issues
Transitive: to examine sb/sth
Examples
Be patient; the doctor will examine your eyes soon.
02
to assess or evaluate something's quality or condition by testing it
Transitive: to examine quality or performance of something
Examples
The chef examined the ingredients to ensure they were fresh before cooking.
03
to test a person's knowledge or skills in a certain subject by asking them questions or asking them to do a specific task
Transitive: to examine a skill or ability | to examine sb on a skill or ability
Examples
The teacher will examine the students on their understanding of the lesson.
04
to analyze someone or something in detail
Transitive: to examine sth
Examples
The art critic examined the painting carefully, noting every detail and brushstroke.
05
to ask someone detailed and probing questions in order to gather information
Transitive: to examine sb
Examples
The detective examined the suspect closely to uncover any inconsistencies in their story.
Lexical Tree
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