examining
Pronunciation: [ɪɡˈzæməˌnɪŋ]
Word
Context: "investigation"
(verb) to look closely at something to understand it better. This can mean checking something out very carefully, like a teacher looking at papers or a doctor checking a patient.
Example
The scientist is examining the sample under a microscope to find new information.
Example
She is not examining the book; instead, she is ignoring it completely.
Example
What are you examining in your project?
Context: "evaluation"
(verb) to carefully think about or analyze something. This could mean looking at answers on a test or assessing a situation.
Example
The teacher is examining the students' answers to see how much they've learned.
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He is not examining the options; he is rushing to make a decision.
Example
Are you examining all the choices before deciding?
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