"Intense scrutiny" means closely examining or observing something or someone with great attention, carefulness, and often with a critical or skeptical mindset. Full definition
Unlike the conventional public schools that intentionally remain under the radar, charter schools operate under intense scrutiny from teachers unions, the media, and lawmakers. (californiapolicycenter.org)
Over the past decade attitudes towards the depiction of women in video games have become the subject of intense scrutiny and fierce debate. (kotaku.com)
However, in a country where approximately 70 percent of college students are student loan borrowers, the proposal will likely face intense scrutiny from the public. (dailytarheel.com)