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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
The first is our ability to anticipate problems and prepare for them, and therefore ensure that our new discoveries make all of us better off.
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Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 9 Jan. 2026
Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more.
—Jackie Wattles, CNN Money, 8 Jan. 2026
China has also expanded Arctic research efforts over the years, supporting discoveries related to sea ice composition, space weather and marine life.
—Anniek Bao, CNBC, 8 Jan. 2026
Scotland continues to yield interesting archaeological discoveries.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 8 Jan. 2026
The Visionary Award recognizes an individual who has uniquely and consistently employed the art and science of VFX to foster imagination and ignite future discoveries by way of artistry, invention and groundbreaking work.
—Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 6 Jan. 2026
The two actors underwent physical transformations and emotional discoveries.
—Ralphie Aversa, USA Today, 6 Nov. 2025
Among Hanson’s discoveries was a Robinhood trading account, which allowed Ryan to buy and sell cryptocurrency.
—Jamie Thompson, The Atlantic, 6 Nov. 2025
The 29th edition of the Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival (PÖFF) is once again jam-packed with world premieres, latest auteur cinema discoveries from the Baltic region and beyond, and Best of highlights from the festival circuit of the past year.
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 4 Nov. 2025
Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 9 Jan. 2026
Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more.
—Jackie Wattles, CNN Money, 8 Jan. 2026
China has also expanded Arctic research efforts over the years, supporting discoveries related to sea ice composition, space weather and marine life.
—Anniek Bao, CNBC, 8 Jan. 2026
Scotland continues to yield interesting archaeological discoveries.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 8 Jan. 2026
The Visionary Award recognizes an individual who has uniquely and consistently employed the art and science of VFX to foster imagination and ignite future discoveries by way of artistry, invention and groundbreaking work.
—Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 6 Jan. 2026
The two actors underwent physical transformations and emotional discoveries.
—Ralphie Aversa, USA Today, 6 Nov. 2025
Among Hanson’s discoveries was a Robinhood trading account, which allowed Ryan to buy and sell cryptocurrency.
—Jamie Thompson, The Atlantic, 6 Nov. 2025
The 29th edition of the Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival (PÖFF) is once again jam-packed with world premieres, latest auteur cinema discoveries from the Baltic region and beyond, and Best of highlights from the festival circuit of the past year.
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 4 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for discoveries
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Former Fort Worth Police Chief Jeffrey Halstead said the cash-only bond amounts appear consistent with the severity of the charges and the court’s findings.—
Sarah Rumpf-Whitten,
FOXNews.com,
6 Jan. 2026
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Taken together, the findings suggest that fewer Americans may be drinking, but those who do may not be cutting back as dramatically as surveys focused solely on participation imply.—
Jason Mastrodonato,
Mercury News,
6 Jan. 2026
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Keep reading for other top-notch finds from the sale, starting as low as $20.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
7 Jan. 2026
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Then keep scrolling to shop more finds on sale now at Amazon.—
Maggie Horton,
PEOPLE,
6 Jan. 2026
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This month, young readers can curl up with nonfiction explorations of the galaxy, thumb through an old astronomy textbook with a fresh new story to tell, or experience the peace of being (almost) alone on the moon.—
Caroline Carlson,
Literary Hub,
3 Nov. 2025
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The Chamber Music Society of Minnesota presented an eclectic concert on Sunday at Hamline University’s Sundin Music Hall, spanning centuries and continents and offering celebrations, surprises and new explorations.—
Sheila Regan,
Twin Cities,
28 Oct. 2025
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For centuries, people gathering in bars and pubs have found ways to occupy their time, whether that’s classic games like billiards and darts or more recent inventions like video games and mechanical bulls.—
Fritz Hahn,
Washington Post,
7 Jan. 2026
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The printing press, clocks, muskets — all these inventions changed humankind forever.—
Hannah Edgar,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Jan. 2026
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“Discoveries.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discoveries. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.
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