Scrutiny

usgb/ˈskruːtəni/
noun

The process of examining something closely and carefully.

His private life came under media scrutiny.
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Often appears as...

  • under scrutiny
  • close scrutiny
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Media Usage

The term is often used in news to describe intense media attention.

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The politician's speech is under scrutiny by news outlets.
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Negative Implication

'Under scrutiny' can imply problems or issues being looked at.

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The company's finances were under scrutiny after the audit.
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Seeking Details

Scrutiny implies looking at something very closely.

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Her research underwent close scrutiny before publication.
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analysisauditexaminationinspectioninvestigateobservationperusalreviewstudysurvey
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