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Third Person
examines
Present Participle
examining
Past Tense
examined
Past Participle
examined
1
to look at something or someone carefully to find potential issues
transitive
- Be patient; the doctor will examine your eyes soon.
- The veterinarian examined the dog to ensure it was healthy after the long trip.
- The technician will examine the computer system to check for any issues.
- The nurse examined the wound to see if it was healing properly.
- He examined the crops to ensure they were growing well after the storm.
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2
to assess or evaluate something's quality or condition by testing it
transitive
- The chef examined the ingredients to ensure they were fresh before cooking.
- The quality control team examined the product to check for defects before shipping.
- The researchers examined the materials by testing them for strength and durability.
- The engineer examined the bridge’s structural integrity by conducting stress tests.
- The company examined the software by running it through various tests to check for bugs.
3
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
- The teacher will examine the students on their understanding of the lesson.
- They will examine the candidates' problem-solving abilities during the interview.
- The coach examined the players' techniques to improve their performance.
- The examiner will examine your skills by asking you to complete a series of tasks.
- He was examined on his ability to operate the equipment under pressure.
4
to analyze someone or something in detail
transitive
- The art critic examined the painting carefully, noting every detail and brushstroke.
- She examined the contract thoroughly before signing it.
- The archaeologist examined the artifacts to learn about the ancient civilization.
- The historian examined the old documents to verify their authenticity.
- He carefully examined the map before setting out on his journey.
5
to ask someone detailed and probing questions in order to gather information
transitive
- The detective examined the suspect closely to uncover any inconsistencies in their story.
- The lawyer examined the witness in detail to strengthen the case.
- The prosecutor will examine the accused to gather more evidence for the case.
- The journalist examined the politician about their stance on the new policy.
- The police officer examined the suspect closely, asking pointed questions about the incident.