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as in investigating
to search through or into
communities must explore new ways of raising money for their cultural institutions
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as in searching
to go into or range over for purposes of discovery
we must continue to explore the depths of the ocean
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Recent Examples of exploring
Some donors and allies have begun exploring the groundwork for a possible Rubio presidential bid after the 2026 midterm elections, according to multiple Republicans familiar with the discussions.
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Samantha-Jo Roth, The Washington Examiner, 20 Mar. 2026
Esta Isla, directed by Lorraine Jones Molina and Cristian Carretero, features a personal and poignant portrayal of the Puerto Rican experience, exploring identity, resilience and colonial legacy.
—Hilary Lewis, HollywoodReporter, 19 Mar. 2026
Presented in collaboration with the Tate Modern gallery in London, the exhibit features several of McCall's large-scale, immersive installations exploring the intersection of cinema, sculpture and drawing.
—Josh Kelly, Oklahoman, 19 Mar. 2026
Tan described the narrative as exploring identity and belonging.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 19 Mar. 2026
Bigger Than Belief is a weekly podcast exploring faith, belief, and religion – all through the stories of believers.
—Adam Duxter, CBS News, 19 Mar. 2026
Annie Jenkins & Aduke King — Writer-director Annie Jenkins (BFI London Script Lab, HollyShorts, Theatre503) and producer Aduke King (BFI London Film Festival programmer) develop Ripe, a psychological body horror exploring masculinity and inheritance.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 18 Mar. 2026
The two explorers would spend the next year living inside the wilderness area, exploring more than 500 water bodies by canoe, skis, and dogsleds.
—Dac Collins, Outdoor Life, 18 Mar. 2026
Rather than imagining a trans character who exists at a different point in history, von Reinhold is inventing a historical figure and exploring her through the lens of a contemporary character.
—Literary Hub, 12 Mar. 2026
Samantha-Jo Roth, The Washington Examiner, 20 Mar. 2026
Esta Isla, directed by Lorraine Jones Molina and Cristian Carretero, features a personal and poignant portrayal of the Puerto Rican experience, exploring identity, resilience and colonial legacy.
—Hilary Lewis, HollywoodReporter, 19 Mar. 2026
Presented in collaboration with the Tate Modern gallery in London, the exhibit features several of McCall's large-scale, immersive installations exploring the intersection of cinema, sculpture and drawing.
—Josh Kelly, Oklahoman, 19 Mar. 2026
Tan described the narrative as exploring identity and belonging.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 19 Mar. 2026
Bigger Than Belief is a weekly podcast exploring faith, belief, and religion – all through the stories of believers.
—Adam Duxter, CBS News, 19 Mar. 2026
Annie Jenkins & Aduke King — Writer-director Annie Jenkins (BFI London Script Lab, HollyShorts, Theatre503) and producer Aduke King (BFI London Film Festival programmer) develop Ripe, a psychological body horror exploring masculinity and inheritance.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 18 Mar. 2026
The two explorers would spend the next year living inside the wilderness area, exploring more than 500 water bodies by canoe, skis, and dogsleds.
—Dac Collins, Outdoor Life, 18 Mar. 2026
Rather than imagining a trans character who exists at a different point in history, von Reinhold is inventing a historical figure and exploring her through the lens of a contemporary character.
—Literary Hub, 12 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for exploring
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Authorities in South Fulton are investigating a shooting near the 4200 block of Fortune Point that has left two juveniles dead.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
18 Mar. 2026
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Chinese officials have reportedly been investigating the $2 billion acquisition for potential violations of technology controls.—
Dylan Butts,
CNBC,
18 Mar. 2026
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That name is so common in England that searching for it would leave sleuths acting on a tip chasing endless possibilities.—
Brian Niemietz,
New York Daily News,
17 Mar. 2026
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Others are searching for cult favorite revival bags, statement ready-to-wear in line with the spring collections, or occasion attire for the season’s upcoming events.—
Minty Mellon,
Vogue,
16 Mar. 2026
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Later this spring, the mayor’s office is interested in further examining costs related to event security, solid waste disposal, permits, right-of-way access and other elements.—
Frederick Melo,
Twin Cities,
16 Mar. 2026
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Also, God forbid, but the examining team might need to unstitch a section of the dress, and there was just the slightest chance that it wouldn’t be put back exactly as it had been received.—
Han Ong,
New Yorker,
15 Mar. 2026
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