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Inspecting [mental_activity]
An Inspector directs his/her perceptual attention to a Ground to ascertain whether the Ground is intact or whether an Unwanted_entity is present. Alternatively, the desired outcome of the inspection may be presented as a Purpose.
The police|insp removed Flonnory and Barbour from the automobile and frisked them|gro for weapons|unw.
Double-check the form to make sure all of the information has been entered correctly|pur.
The police|insp removed Flonnory and Barbour from the automobile and frisked them|gro for weapons|unw.
Double-check the form to make sure all of the information has been entered correctly|pur.
Properties
- ID
- #1262
- Entry
- frm_inspecting
- Namespace
- Experiential.Mental_activity
- FrameNet version
- Inspecting (fn_1.7_2023)
- Domains
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- Types
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- Ontological type
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- English name
- Inspecting
Core Frame Elements (5)
| Frame element | Definition | Semantic type | Constraint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Desired_state_of_affairs |
The desirable state of affairs which the Inspector hopes to find to obtain when inspecting the Ground.
Check that the light is out|des before you leave. |
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| Ground |
The entity that the Inspector inspects with his senses to ascertain whether it is intact.
`Mister Thomas' said Holmes, `have you examined the lock|gro to determine whether or not it has been forced or otherwise tampered with?' |
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| Inspector |
The person who inspects the Ground to see if it is intact or without blemish.
Smithers|insp proof-read my paper on phlogiston production. |
category
sentient
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| Purpose |
Some of the words in this frame occur with a constituent that expresses the desired outcome of the inspection. Normally this constituent is a PP Complement headed by for, or a to-marked VP Complement.
Check all gutter brackets and clips to ensure no water will drip on to the walls|pur. |
category
state_of_affairs
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| Unwanted_entity |
An entity whose presence would impair the acceptability or usefulness of the Ground.
Security guards frisked all the spectators for weapons|unw as they entered the stadium. |
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FE Core Set(s) and Excludes
CoreSet
Desired_state_of_affairs
Purpose
Unwanted_entity
Peripheral Frame Elements (5)
| Frame element | Definition | Semantic type | Constraint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Degree |
This FE identifies the extent to which the Inspector examines the Ground.
This section was partially|deg inspected by the commissioner of Metro rail safety on Thursday |
category
degree
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| Instrument |
An entity used by the Inspector to scrutinize the Ground.
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| Manner |
This FE identifies the Manner in which the Inspector scrutinizes the Ground.
Leather is carefully|man inspected for softness, elasticity and texture |
category
manner
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| Means |
This FE is used for the Means by which the Inspector examines the Ground.
As in the second step the baby went to the toy and examined it by placing it in his mouth. |
category
state_of_affairs
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| Time |
The Time when the Inspector examines the Ground.
Yesterday|tim we inspected all the taps and water pipes at animal enclosures being utilized |
category
time
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Extra-thematic Frame Elements (3)
| Frame element | Definition | Semantic type | Constraint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Circumstances |
The circumstances under which the Inspector examines the Ground.
Under pressure to find something|cir, the team leader examined the site for signs of illicit activity. |
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| Location_of_protagonist |
This FE is the position of the Perceiver during the act of perception. Typically, it is expressed in a from-PP.
He moved toward the control panel and inspected it from a distance, without touching it. |
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| Particular_iteration |
Expressions marked with this extra-thematic FE modify a non-iterative use of the target, and indicate that it is conceived as embedded within an iterated series of similar events or states.
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Frame-Frame Relations (2)
Inheritance
Lexical Units (9)
| LU | Type | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| check.v | — | FN: to examine a ground for an unwanted entity |
| double-check.v | — | COD: check again. |
| examination.n | — | COD: a detailed inspection or investigation. |
| examine.v | — | COD: inspect closely to determine the nature or condition of; investigate thoroughly |
| frisk.v | — | COD: (of a police officer or official) pass the hands over (someone) in a search for hidden weapons or drugs. |
| inspect.v | — | COD: look at closely |
| inspection.n | — | FN: an action of looking at something closely |
| pat down.v | — | FN: to tap with the hand over a person's body in search of unwanted things carried |
| proof-read.v | — | COD: read (printer's proofs or other material) and mark any errors |
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