1
as in realizes
to come to an awareness of
I was startled to discover that my keys were missing
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2
as in finds
to come upon after searching, study, or effort
we hope to discover the real reason for his odd behavior
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3
as in reveals
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 discovers
In 1908, the university’s first female student discovers, through the lens of photography, sacred patterns of the universe hidden within the humblest of plants.
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Nancy Tartaglione, Deadline, 5 Sep. 2025
There, however, Cervantes (Julio Peña) discovers his power of storytelling.
—John Hopewell, Variety, 5 Sep. 2025
That can heighten the danger to the victim if the abuser discovers the signal, as well as to anyone who might try to intervene.
—Phaedra Trethan, USA Today, 4 Sep. 2025
With luck, a daughter discovers another kind of faithfulness.
—Rebecca Mead, New Yorker, 3 Sep. 2025
At one point, McElwee undergoes brain surgery after a doctor discovers a massive tumor that surprisingly caused no physical symptoms.
—Vikram Murthi, IndieWire, 3 Sep. 2025
However, this serene connection is abruptly shaken when Rintaro discovers that Kaoruko is actually a student at Kikyo.
—EW.com, 2 Sep. 2025
During the orgy sequence in Episode 1, Peacemaker discovers a door in his late father, Auggie’s (Robert Patrick) house that leads to a parallel universe where all that is wrong in his current world is right in the new dimension.
—Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 28 Aug. 2025
The film franchise, based on author Stephenie Meyer’s books of the same name, revolves around the love story of Bella Swan (Stewart) and Edward Cullen (Pattinson) and their relationship as Bella discovers Edward is a vampire.
—Carly Thomas, HollywoodReporter, 28 Aug. 2025
Nancy Tartaglione, Deadline, 5 Sep. 2025
There, however, Cervantes (Julio Peña) discovers his power of storytelling.
—John Hopewell, Variety, 5 Sep. 2025
That can heighten the danger to the victim if the abuser discovers the signal, as well as to anyone who might try to intervene.
—Phaedra Trethan, USA Today, 4 Sep. 2025
With luck, a daughter discovers another kind of faithfulness.
—Rebecca Mead, New Yorker, 3 Sep. 2025
At one point, McElwee undergoes brain surgery after a doctor discovers a massive tumor that surprisingly caused no physical symptoms.
—Vikram Murthi, IndieWire, 3 Sep. 2025
However, this serene connection is abruptly shaken when Rintaro discovers that Kaoruko is actually a student at Kikyo.
—EW.com, 2 Sep. 2025
During the orgy sequence in Episode 1, Peacemaker discovers a door in his late father, Auggie’s (Robert Patrick) house that leads to a parallel universe where all that is wrong in his current world is right in the new dimension.
—Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 28 Aug. 2025
The film franchise, based on author Stephenie Meyer’s books of the same name, revolves around the love story of Bella Swan (Stewart) and Edward Cullen (Pattinson) and their relationship as Bella discovers Edward is a vampire.
—Carly Thomas, HollywoodReporter, 28 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for discovers
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But when the trio arrives in the forest, Emma realizes that there are secrets among the group — and someone out in the forest may be watching them, as well.—
Carly Tagen-Dye,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
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Marie realizes Danny was the roadblock, so why give up the goose?—
Pete Hammond,
Deadline,
6 Sep. 2025
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Keep scrolling for kitchen finds as low as $5.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Sep. 2025
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Perhaps overcome by the beauty of a very blue natural pool nestled in the woods, Cherry finds it in herself to be honest with Daniel.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
10 Sep. 2025
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This approach reveals new markets and business models centered on sustainability, wellness and regenerative practices.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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Here, Simmons reveals his tips for better communication and offers an essential nugget of advice for young entrepreneurs.—
Tim Brinkhof,
Big Think,
8 Sep. 2025
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For 450 pages, Rudy learns to chase ambulances, falls in love, and serves his single important client, a bereaved mother whose son’s medical insurance claim was illegitimately denied.—
Graham Hillard,
The Washington Examiner,
5 Sep. 2025
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As a result, Enid, in Wednesday’s body, learns from Rosaline how to reverse it.—
Liza Esquibias,
PEOPLE,
4 Sep. 2025
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Conrad eventually locates Jeremiah and manages to hand him the letter.—
Kathleen Walsh,
Vulture,
27 Aug. 2025
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Jarcho locates an undecidability in masochistic desire.—
Michael Robbins,
Harpers Magazine,
20 Aug. 2025
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So, for instance, if a buyer asks about flaws in an item and the seller discloses a stain or tear in a garment, the seller can see how that impacts the buyer’s offer.—
Meghan Hall,
Sourcing Journal,
22 Aug. 2025
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Jones also discloses in the series his Stage 4 cancer diagnosis in 2010 — and even that is part of the Jones-Johnson feud.—
Jason Jones,
New York Times,
19 Aug. 2025
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Carlota sees Cherry hiding it, and puts it back in Laura’s room.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
10 Sep. 2025
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Designers explored the full spectrum for spring 2025, and this fall sees the check revival continue its reign.—
Andrea Zendejas,
Vogue,
10 Sep. 2025
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Their investigation plunges them into the shadowy corners of New York and beyond—where the trio uncovers a dangerous web of secrets connecting powerful billionaires, old-school mobsters, and the mysterious residents of the Arconia.—
Jessica Radloff,
Glamour,
1 Sep. 2025
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In Nexus Battles, these companions stand beside players as the story uncovers the mysteries of the protagonist’s past.—
David Jagneaux,
Forbes.com,
1 Sep. 2025
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“Discovers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discovers. Accessed 12 Sep. 2025.
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