meticulous scrutiny
noun phraseUK /məˈtɪkjələs ˈskruːtəni/
US /məˈtɪkjələs ˈskruːtəni/
A very careful and close look at something to check every tiny detail.
The scientist gave the tiny bug meticulous scrutiny under the microscope.
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2. A strict and exact checking of work to find any mistakes.
The teacher's meticulous scrutiny of the essays caught every spelling error.
3. Watching something very closely and carefully over time.
The guard kept meticulous scrutiny of the gate all night.
4. A very detailed study of information or facts.
Her meticulous scrutiny of the old letters revealed a hidden story.