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examine

[ig-zam-in] / ɪgˈzæm ɪn /




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It feels daring for how it wants to actually examine the emotional costs of contemporary grown-up life, bringing wincing laughs of recognition.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 25, 2026

There are now calls to widen the investigation to examine the case of Damion Russell after medics at Blackpool Victoria Hospital failed to ask his father about an old bruise on his head.

From BBC • Jun. 25, 2026

In this update we revisit the following former stock picks and examine how they performed:

From Barron's • Jun. 24, 2026

Before we do a “House of the Dragon” flyby to examine its place in high fantasy’s conquest of TV and film, let’s talk about Sheepstealer.

From Salon • Jun. 24, 2026

“Most remarkable children I ever saw. Which is which?” and Laurie bent like a well-sweep to examine the prodigies.

From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott




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