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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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as in finds
something discovered
his many zoological discoveries include several species of birds
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Recent Examples of discoveries
Archaeological finds involving ancient diseases are uncommon, but advances in DNA analysis have led to significant discoveries.
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Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 29 Jan. 2026
In truth, the most important scientific and medical discoveries aren’t likely to be made at a place like Amherst or Smith, the nearby women’s college, which tend to pay their own students to work on faculty research.
—Ian Bogost, The Atlantic, 29 Jan. 2026
This book is the story of the expeditions and discoveries that followed.
—Lizz Schumer, PEOPLE, 29 Jan. 2026
Operating alongside other platforms at the site, the new magnet will help scientists probe the microscopic world of matter and accelerate discoveries tied to advanced instruments, medical technologies, energy systems, and transportation.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 28 Jan. 2026
Among these phenomena are discoveries around previously unknown and merging galaxies, including some that are jellyfish-shaped and several that researchers can’t fit into existing classifications.
—Rachyl Jones, semafor.com, 28 Jan. 2026
Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more.
—Kristen Rogers, CNN Money, 27 Jan. 2026
Recent scientific discoveries sparked his decision to move forward now.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 27 Jan. 2026
Successful ongoing integration of assets like Los Gatos and new discoveries—such as the high-grade vein results at Santa Elena—would significantly prolong mine life and production growth.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 29 Jan. 2026
In truth, the most important scientific and medical discoveries aren’t likely to be made at a place like Amherst or Smith, the nearby women’s college, which tend to pay their own students to work on faculty research.
—Ian Bogost, The Atlantic, 29 Jan. 2026
This book is the story of the expeditions and discoveries that followed.
—Lizz Schumer, PEOPLE, 29 Jan. 2026
Operating alongside other platforms at the site, the new magnet will help scientists probe the microscopic world of matter and accelerate discoveries tied to advanced instruments, medical technologies, energy systems, and transportation.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 28 Jan. 2026
Among these phenomena are discoveries around previously unknown and merging galaxies, including some that are jellyfish-shaped and several that researchers can’t fit into existing classifications.
—Rachyl Jones, semafor.com, 28 Jan. 2026
Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more.
—Kristen Rogers, CNN Money, 27 Jan. 2026
Recent scientific discoveries sparked his decision to move forward now.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 27 Jan. 2026
Successful ongoing integration of assets like Los Gatos and new discoveries—such as the high-grade vein results at Santa Elena—would significantly prolong mine life and production growth.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for discoveries
Noun
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The findings do not determine civil or criminal responsibility.—
Hema Sivanandam,
Mercury News,
1 Feb. 2026
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These findings complicate popular claims that the world is experiencing a runaway increase in inequality.—
Chelsea Follett,
Oc Register,
1 Feb. 2026
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Scoop up our favorite finds, including a pasta roller attachment for making the perfect homemade pasta, a handheld blender for easy smoothies in seconds, and darling towels that serve as the ultimate cleaning companion, from $8.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
26 Jan. 2026
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However, the wealth of archaeological finds—such as a funerary complex belonging to the elite, basins or pools, and a shrine believed to be dedicated to Hercules—suggests that the area had a sacred purpose.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
24 Jan. 2026
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As the first film in his Before trilogy — each film shot nine years apart — Before Sunrise unfolds as one of cinema’s most sustained explorations of love and the passage of time, highlighting the human experience through chance encounters and conversation.—
Mike Barnes,
HollywoodReporter,
29 Jan. 2026
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The hotel’s bicycles are perfect for quiet explorations of a more local side of Kyoto’s city DNA—from local temple complexes and shrines (many without tourists) to centuries-old family producers and artisans, lining low-key streets.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Jan. 2026
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His inventions are credited with saving the lives of millions of patients.—
Jeff Suess,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
1 Feb. 2026
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Then Atre and his friends would retire to their desks and go to work, focused, enthralled, relentless — ten, twelve, fourteen hours without pause — applying their energies to their various start-ups and inventions and business ideas.—
Scott Eden,
Rolling Stone,
1 Feb. 2026
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“Discoveries.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discoveries. Accessed 3 Feb. 2026.
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