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examining

v.
B1 Intermediate US //ɪɡˈzæmɪnɪŋ// UK //ɛɡzˈæmɪnɪŋ// ex·am·in·ing

v. looking at something very carefully to learn more about it or to find a problem. You do this when you want to understand the details of a situation.

v. inspecting or investigating something in detail to determine its nature, condition, or validity. Often used in academic or professional contexts to describe a systematic inquiry.


SIMPLE

The doctor is examining the patient's throat.

CONTEXTUAL

The committee is currently examining the new evidence to see if the policy needs to change.

COMPLEX

By examining the historical data alongside current market trends, the analysts identified a recurring pattern that others had overlooked during the initial review.

Synonyms
Usage

The verb is transitive and requires a direct object; it is the present participle form of 'examine'.

Pitfall

examining about the problemexamining the problemThe verb is transitive and does not take the preposition 'about'.

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