as in identified
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as in realized
to come to an awareness of
I was startled to discover that my keys were missing
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as in found
to come upon after searching, study, or effort
we hope to discover the real reason for his odd behavior
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as in revealed
to make known (as information previously kept secret)
discovered to his friend how people whom he had trusted had betrayed him
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Recent Examples of discovered
Greg Wehner, FOXNews.com, 2 June 2026
Muntadas, Miller, and Lord discovered the contest during its first month.
—Jonathan Odden, Artforum, 2 June 2026
There have been 99 subterranean passages discovered in the Southern District of California since 1993, according to the Justice Department.
—Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 2 June 2026
Turner first discovered Cooper’s novels many years ago in an old girlfriend’s country house.
—Anna Russell, New Yorker, 1 June 2026
Last September, a paper in the journal Nature reported that the Perseverance Mars rover had discovered a curious rock in a dry delta that was once part of a river.
—Jeffrey Kluger, Time, 1 June 2026
The temporary restraining orders were filed about three days before the first victim's body was discovered by police and were both denied by a judge, the Honolulu Civil Beat reported.
—Thao Nguyen, USA Today, 1 June 2026
In their extensive search, Starbucks discovered the story of a family tradition that has existed in generations in several Italian regions—the ritual of enjoying a spoonful of extra-virgin olive oil each day.
—Condé Nast Traveler, 26 May 2026
There was a Black man [Charles Frederick Page], from my home state in Louisiana, who actually discovered flight, and his invention was stolen on the way to the World’s Fair.
—Angelique Jackson, Variety, 25 May 2026
Verb
The tunnel was discovered through intelligence work conducted by agents with the FGR's Criminal Investigation Agency in coordination with Mexico's Security Cabinet.
—Greg Wehner, FOXNews.com, 2 June 2026
Muntadas, Miller, and Lord discovered the contest during its first month.
—Jonathan Odden, Artforum, 2 June 2026
There have been 99 subterranean passages discovered in the Southern District of California since 1993, according to the Justice Department.
—Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 2 June 2026
Turner first discovered Cooper’s novels many years ago in an old girlfriend’s country house.
—Anna Russell, New Yorker, 1 June 2026
Last September, a paper in the journal Nature reported that the Perseverance Mars rover had discovered a curious rock in a dry delta that was once part of a river.
—Jeffrey Kluger, Time, 1 June 2026
The temporary restraining orders were filed about three days before the first victim's body was discovered by police and were both denied by a judge, the Honolulu Civil Beat reported.
—Thao Nguyen, USA Today, 1 June 2026
In their extensive search, Starbucks discovered the story of a family tradition that has existed in generations in several Italian regions—the ritual of enjoying a spoonful of extra-virgin olive oil each day.
—Condé Nast Traveler, 26 May 2026
There was a Black man [Charles Frederick Page], from my home state in Louisiana, who actually discovered flight, and his invention was stolen on the way to the World’s Fair.
—Angelique Jackson, Variety, 25 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for discovered
Adjective
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While Kirk may have received hostile or threatening messages, including on social media, those were not part of any identified or actionable threat stream monitored by federal authorities, the person told Sganga.—
Nicole Sganga,
CBS News,
15 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Luckily, the new coaching staff realized that the right side was likely the best for him.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
29 May 2026
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The girl’s disappearance led to a large search of the area in near-zero-degree weather, and an Amber Alert after investigators realized she was likely abducted by a stranger.—
Nick Ferraro,
Twin Cities,
28 May 2026
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The backstory The property opened in March 2015 as the first hotel of the 1 Hotels brand founded by Barry Sternlight, and resides in the former Gansevoort Hotel.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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The Tea Party, that movement of grass-roots right-wing anger that evolved into MAGA, was founded the same year.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
2 June 2026
Verb
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In July 2025, Hurley revealed another one of her tricks for taking the best bikini photos, emphasizing that lighting was key.—
Ashley Hume,
FOXNews.com,
1 June 2026
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The Hollywood Reporter exclusively revealed that Reid’s novel Malibu Rising is being developed as a TV series for Hulu, with Taylor adapting and executive producing alongside Circle of Confusion.—
Lexy Perez,
HollywoodReporter,
1 June 2026
Verb
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Clark learned Jones has an older sister, Phyllis, who was dating Nash in 1980.—
Saleen Martin,
USA Today,
5 June 2026
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Parent Bernadette Vedder said her son, Cherod, learned to speak and control his aggression at the center.—
Morgan Rynor,
CBS News,
4 June 2026
Verb
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Such plants are predominantly located in communities of color, with an average of 77% of the residents within a mile identifying as such, according to census data.—
Jason Henry,
Oc Register,
30 May 2026
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Since then, five of the remaining seven have been located, with one rescued from the chamber Friday night.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
30 May 2026
Verb
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Massive budget push The Space Force has not disclosed how many satellites SpaceX will build under the agreement.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
30 May 2026
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Federal agents and law enforcement officers responded to the airport, but officials have not disclosed the passenger’s identity, whether any charges have been filed or what specific actions led to the detention.—
Alaa Elassar,
CNN Money,
30 May 2026
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As Augie Lopez trotted around the bases late Monday night, the small contingent of USC fans could finally be heard at Blue Bell Park.—
Jose de Jesus Ortiz,
Los Angeles Times,
2 June 2026
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The jury pool was asked questions, like who had heard about the case.—
Ashley Paul,
CBS News,
1 June 2026
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