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delve (into)

verb

ˈdelv

Definition of delve (into)

as in to explore

to search through or into we uncovered many interesting stories as we delved into the history of the house we were restoring

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The Swedish polymath explores the sounds, language, and imagery of Americana on a drolly observational singer-songwriter album.

— Harry Thorfinn-George, Pitchfork, 22 Oct. 2026
The series explores the unsettling collision of ancient witchcraft beliefs and modern digital dating culture.

— Samantha Bergeson, Time, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of explore

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Documenting the location and the robot's identification number can help officials investigate a complaint.

— Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 24 Oct. 2026
Charlotte Water investigates reports of violations through staff observations and complaints from the public.

— Nick Sullivan, Charlotte Observer, 24 Oct. 2026

Definition of investigate

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Chinese researchers have examined Russia’s use of reconnaissance drones to locate targets and direct strikes.

— Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 25 Oct. 2026
Investigators examined allegations involving more than 300 victims spanning from 1950 through 2011.

— Judy L. Thomas, Kansas City Star, 25 Oct. 2026

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