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Scan

/skˈæn/
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(verb) To examine sequentially, carefully, or critically; to scrutinize; to behold closely.

Please scan the diary for clues.
My laser printer can also scan an image.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The doctor ordered a brain ____ to rule out any structural abnormalities.

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