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vetting

[ vet-ing ]

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noun

the act or process of appraising or checking a person or thing for suitability, accuracy, or validity:
The quality of a competitive jazz festival is contingent upon the vetting and hiring of experienced judges, which must be done far in advance.
the act or process of examining or treating an animal in one’s capacity as a veterinarian:
At this shelter we are passionately dedicated to the rescue, vetting, and homing of orphaned pets.
the occupation or work of a veterinarian:
After 30 years of vetting, I sometimes struggle through my morning consults just to collapse in a chair before my afternoon surgery list.

adjective

appraising, verifying, or checking something:
The appointing authority (the Executive) and the vetting institution (Parliament) should scrutinize appointments so only those with the needed skills are appointed to diplomatic posts.

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Word History and Origins

Origin of vetting¹

First recorded in 1885–90; vet ¹ + -ing ¹ for the noun senses; vet ¹ + -ing ² for the adjective sense

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Speaking at a campaign event in Dover on Thursday, Farage said the party had put in place "a vetting system that was as good if not better than the other parties" for this year's elections.

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At LACAHSA, the new housing agency, the selection of an interim CEO led to a Times article that raised questions about the vetting of the chosen candidate’s resume.

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Currently, in some circumstances, those who do not pass vetting checks can stay in their force on full pay, despite not being allowed to undertake a public-facing role.

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"We are vetting new locations and will announce our host destination soon. Our priorities remain unchanged: delivering an unforgettable, safe, and transparent experience," the update said.

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“We never announce winners until the claims and vetting process is over,” Becker said.

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