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as in finding
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 find
something discovered
his many zoological discoveries include several species of birds
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Recent Examples of discovery
The change in policy follows the discovery of inspection reports alleging that federal cleanup workers violated protocols, potentially leaving toxic contaminants on properties.
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Tony Briscoe, Los Angeles Times, 12 Jan. 2026
The new discovery adds to the growing assortment of bioelectrical phenomena that scientists have discovered playing out beyond the nervous system, from bacteria swapping signals within a biofilm to cells following electric fields during embryonic development.
—Elise Cutts, Quanta Magazine, 12 Jan. 2026
Richard proclaims he and Lexy's innocence, but the discovery of the murder weapon (and Rachel's nail fragments) in their house is evidence enough that Lexy and Richard are behind the murders.
—Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 12 Jan. 2026
This would link the entire shopping journey, from product discovery and checkout to after-sales support.
—CNBC, 12 Jan. 2026
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Tony Briscoe, Los Angeles Times, 12 Jan. 2026
The new discovery adds to the growing assortment of bioelectrical phenomena that scientists have discovered playing out beyond the nervous system, from bacteria swapping signals within a biofilm to cells following electric fields during embryonic development.
—Elise Cutts, Quanta Magazine, 12 Jan. 2026
Richard proclaims he and Lexy's innocence, but the discovery of the murder weapon (and Rachel's nail fragments) in their house is evidence enough that Lexy and Richard are behind the murders.
—Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 12 Jan. 2026
This would link the entire shopping journey, from product discovery and checkout to after-sales support.
—CNBC, 12 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for discovery
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Lutnick will then consult with Secretary of State Marco Rubio and other administration officials about his findings.—
David Zimmermann,
The Washington Examiner,
30 Jan. 2026
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The findings are based on interviews, employee surveys, and analysis of real enterprise deployments.—
Michael Wystrach,
Fortune,
29 Jan. 2026
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The unique find follows a long list of discoveries related to ancient Rome in recent months.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
28 Jan. 2026
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With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, Aldi is packed with seasonal finds.—
Melinda Salchert,
Southern Living,
27 Jan. 2026
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Kansas City has spent more than $1 million on the gunshot detection technology since 2019.—
Ben Wheeler,
Kansas City Star,
12 Jan. 2026
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Wellness visits are vital for promoting healthy growth, development and early detection of chronic illness.—
Allison Ong,
Sun Sentinel,
12 Jan. 2026
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Each issue curates essays, interviews, frameworks, and visual explainers that add up to a coherent exploration of a topic that matters.—
Daphne Koller,
Big Think,
29 Jan. 2026
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Surviving Corporate Transition — William Bridges A classic exploration of the psychology of transition that helps leaders understand what employees experience after major organizational change.—
Jennifer J. Fondrevay,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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Along with her late husband, the pair founded VIB, an anti-violence nonprofit dedicated to raising social awareness and aiding community causes in Boston, federal prosecutors said.—
Louis Casiano,
FOXNews.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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Saturday’s game is also being advertised an autism awareness night, offering earplugs, fidget toys and a sensory break area for fans who plan to attend.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
29 Jan. 2026
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“Discovery.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discovery. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.
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