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I believe the answer is:

vet

(Other definitions for vet that I've seen before include "Critically examine" , "A small animal doctor" , "Scrutinise" , "Examine carefully for suitability" , "Examine carefully - might one help a lame duck?" .)

I've seen this clue in The Wall Street Journal.
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