Definition of Vet

to assess for specific qualities (positive or negative) before making a final decision

Examples of Vet in a sentence

The FBI makes it a habit to vet potential employees for any criminal history or psychological issues before hiring.  

The school board requires several days of shadowing in classrooms in order to vet the applicant’s teaching skills.  

Publishers hire several experts to vet the historical manuscripts for accuracy.  

Dating apps use questionnaires to vet potential love interests and dismiss all those who do not fit specified preferences.  

She tried to vet each new boyfriend for criminal records, lying, cheating, and other unsavory habits.  

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