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noun

ˈȯ-dət How to pronounce audit (audio)
Definition of auditnext
as in inspection
a close look at or over someone or something in order to judge condition an energy audit of our house showed that we were losing lots of heat and needed to upgrade the insulation

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verb

as in to review
to look over closely (as for judging quality or condition) audited the equipment to make sure that everything was in working order

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Recent Examples of audit
Noun
The trick is building a centralized financial layer that translates those varying sales models into clean, audit-ready numbers. — Kashif Saleem, Forbes.com, 20 Oct. 2026 The company operates aircraft and oversees pilots, maintenance, and flight operations, with an ARGUS Platinum rating reflecting an independent audit of its safety systems and operating practices. — Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 20 Oct. 2026
Verb
During this same period of time, Elizabeth refused to show investors audited financial statements. — Tyler Shultz, STAT, 19 Oct. 2026 Tinderholt wants to lower property taxes, fully fund law enforcement, audit the budget, grow the economy and protect election integrity. — Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 18 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for audit
Recent Examples of Synonyms for audit
  1. inspection
  2. review
  3. examination
  4. survey
  5. scrutiny
  6. examine
  7. scan
  8. inspect
Noun
  • The airline said the aircraft landed safely and was taken out of service for inspection by its maintenance team.
    — Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 20 Oct. 2026
  • For example, utilities can start with one upcoming investment decision, using digital and AI capabilities to bring together maintenance and inspection reports as well as operating data so teams can identify constraints across the network.
    — Charlie Sanchez, Forbes.com, 20 Oct. 2026
Definition of inspection
Verb
  • That acrobatic catch at the end of the end zone was reviewed by instant replay and deemed a TD.
    — Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 24 Oct. 2026
  • The Coastal Commission — which has been inundated in recent weeks with media questions and emergency permit requests amid record-breaking flooding from El Niño and tropical storms — is reviewing the draft findings.
    — Rosanna Xia, Los Angeles Times, 24 Oct. 2026
Definition of review
Noun
  • The national police are in possession of Thomas Markle’s computer, Philippines interior minister Jonvic Remulla told the outlet, to conduct a digital forensic examination.
    — Ellise Shafer, Variety, 23 Oct. 2026
  • Just as in his examination of Captain Sully or his exploration of parenting or an episode about cloned puppies, Fielder is uninterested in the technical realities or the concrete, easily provable facts.
    — Kathryn VanArendonk, Vulture, 22 Oct. 2026
Definition of examination
Verb
  • Only about 21% of residents surveyed for the health assessment said there were enough well-paying jobs locally.
    — Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 24 Oct. 2026
  • Despite the potential for turbulence caused by the midterms, the financial advisers surveyed recommend staying the course.
    — Marco Quiroz-Gutierrez, Fortune, 24 Oct. 2026
Definition of survey
Noun
  • The probe adds to mounting scrutiny that the AI companies have been facing over their safety and security practices, especially after industry researchers warned that advanced models could cause catastrophic harm.
    — Ashley Capoot,Jordan Novet,Annie Palmer,Lora Kolodny,Kai Nicol-Schwarz,Caleigh Keating, CNBC, 26 Oct. 2026
  • The Duke and Duchess of Sussex stepped back from their roles as senior royals in 2020, citing intense media scrutiny and a lack of support from the palace.
    — Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 26 Oct. 2026
Definition of scrutiny
Verb
  • Chinese researchers have examined Russia’s use of reconnaissance drones to locate targets and direct strikes.
    — Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 25 Oct. 2026
  • Investigators examined allegations involving more than 300 victims spanning from 1950 through 2011.
    — Judy L. Thomas, Kansas City Star, 25 Oct. 2026
Definition of examine
Verb
  • Unusual states at edges The team examined its molecular assembly using a scanning tunneling microscope.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 23 Oct. 2026
  • Those who fail to scan the address verification QR code within seven days will see their account demoted to the free tier and be barred from joining any other Duo or Family plan for 12 months.
    — Nick Indge, ArsTechnica, 23 Oct. 2026
Definition of scan
Verb
  • Animals within that zone must be inspected and, if necessary, treated before being moved.
    — Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 24 Oct. 2026
  • City crews have also been clearing more than 31,000 catch basins and drainage systems and inspecting and reinforcing vulnerable hillsides and burn areas, including Pacific Palisades, Bass said in a statement.
    — Alex Wigglesworth, Los Angeles Times, 22 Oct. 2026
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