scrutiny
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The Newsoms’ financial arrangements are now the subject of renewed scrutiny.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 25, 2026
The revelation about the IRS seizure comes at a time of heightened scrutiny over taxpayer funds used to fight the homelessness crisis.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 24, 2026
Still, he said, high pay or one-time awards may invite scrutiny from proxy advisory firms or shareholders.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 23, 2026
In June, Beijing also increased scrutiny of its private-fund industry to rein in hype around its red-hot IPO slate in Hong Kong.
From Barron's • Jun. 23, 2026
He tried quickly to cover his red, brimming eyes from her scrutiny.
From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck
Vocabulary lists containing scrutiny
"The Gift of the Magi" by O. Henry
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"To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee, Chapters 16–19
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The Westing Game
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