discoveries

noun

plural of discovery
1
as in findings
the act or process of sighting or learning the existence of something for the first time the discovery of a new species of starfish

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2
as in finds
something discovered his many zoological discoveries include several species of birds

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Recent Examples of discoveries In The Secret of Secrets novel, symbologist Robert Langdon races against ancient forces and time to rescue a missing scientist and her groundbreaking manuscript whose discoveries have the power to forever change humanity’s understanding of the mind. — Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 5 Aug. 2026 The latest find is one of many remarkable Roman discoveries made across England in recent years. — Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 5 Aug. 2026 Concierge Peter Buday and his team are the standouts, fizzing with advice and information—about where to find the best bars, and other discoveries. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Aug. 2026 The latest discoveries are the result of one of Europe’s most severe droughts in recent years. — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 4 Aug. 2026 Incensed herpetologists doubt that many of his discoveries really exist. — Dan Piepenbring, Harpers Magazine, 4 Aug. 2026 Farmers market meal plan blogger Brittany Chang told The Guardian that seasonal discoveries are half the fun. — Lauren Schuster, Charlotte Observer, 4 Aug. 2026 The spacecraft made some surprising discoveries, revealing that Mercury's core is huge — roughly 85% of its radius (Earth's core is only 50% of its own radius). — Tariq Malik, Space.com, 3 Aug. 2026 Fulton & Roark has been one of our favorite perfume discoveries of the past few years. — ABC News, 3 Aug. 2026
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  1. findings
  2. finds
  3. explorations
  4. inventions
Noun
  • One of the most surprising findings was that sedentary activity in another context — at work — wasn’t linked to the same brain changes.
    — Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 8 Aug. 2026
  • The findings therefore relate to these particular measures and may not capture every form of loneliness or isolation.
    — The Conversation US, Scientific American, 8 Aug. 2026
Definition of findings
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  • For more finds to design a cozy corner, check out our favorite reading nook wallpaper, magazine racks, lighting, throw blankets, and more below.
    — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 10 Aug. 2026
  • In fact, some of the best finds are hiding in plain sight at estate sales and thrift and antique stores.
    — Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 9 Aug. 2026
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  • Lee says Carl Jung’s explorations of a person’s darker urges, hidden side and projection directly influenced the writing, especially when confronting those aspects in Lee himself.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 3 Aug. 2026
  • His explorations of being poor, marginal, and stereotyped took many forms, including drawing and painting, which are the focuses of a posthumous exhibition of his work at the Drawing Center.
    — Coco Fusco, The New York Review of Books, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of explorations
Noun
  • Today, her inventions include Headlightz, a line of rechargeable ski caps and headbands with LED lights that illuminate dark jogging paths.
    — Elaine Pofeldt, Forbes.com, 9 Aug. 2026
  • Our true superpower is our ability to adapt inventions for the greatest economic and social benefit.
    — Ted Leonsis, Fortune, 8 Aug. 2026
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