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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
This digital visibility has also democratized discovery.
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Fmg Studios, Footwear News, 10 May 2026
It’s also resulted in memorable first dates and the discovery of our favorite restaurants.
—Katelyn Umholtz, Kansas City Star, 9 May 2026
His defense argued for his release over claims of late discovery of evidence from prosecutors.
—Lance Reynolds, Boston Herald, 9 May 2026
Since its discovery, the Boot of Cortez has enjoyed its time in the spotlight.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 8 May 2026
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Fmg Studios, Footwear News, 10 May 2026
It’s also resulted in memorable first dates and the discovery of our favorite restaurants.
—Katelyn Umholtz, Kansas City Star, 9 May 2026
His defense argued for his release over claims of late discovery of evidence from prosecutors.
—Lance Reynolds, Boston Herald, 9 May 2026
Since its discovery, the Boot of Cortez has enjoyed its time in the spotlight.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 8 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for discovery
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But the new findings suggest that getting the same amount of rest and activity each day without interruption—in other words, getting longer, sustained periods of rest and activity—may be a key to healthier aging.—
Claire Cameron,
Scientific American,
7 May 2026
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After their initial findings, the Sheriff’s Office asked for additional data and academic research to support their new method for detecting remains using soil vapor.—
Richard Winton,
Los Angeles Times,
7 May 2026
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Practical Treasures That sewing kit sitting on the closet shelf might have your dream find in it.—
Nicole Letts,
Southern Living,
28 Apr. 2026
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From its round neck and hem to its striped fabric, there are a few things that elevate this Automet top from a basic tee to a fashionable find.—
Jasmine Gomez,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Apr. 2026
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In 2022, similar detection work resulted in NASA’s Double Asteroid Redirection Test (DART) mission, which slammed the DART spacecraft into the small asteroid Dimorphos orbiting the larger asteroid Didymos, changing the orbits of both child and parent around the sun.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
10 May 2026
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Among the systems presented was an anti-drone swarm platform with a detection range of roughly 6 miles, combining radar, electro-optical and electromagnetic sensors to track aerial threats.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
10 May 2026
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During his party’s long and far-ranging exploration of North America, Spanish conquistador Hernando de Soto reached the Mississippi River.—
USA Today,
USA Today,
6 May 2026
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Six Flags will retheme the Whistlestop Train to Taz’s Tasmanian Train Tours, which will offer exploration of the island’s wilderness.—
Colson Thayer,
PEOPLE,
6 May 2026
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The viral social media content around food safety is not just creating awareness but also providing alternatives, and that's something large consumer product companies will be closely watching.—
Priyanka Salve,
CNBC,
7 May 2026
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These visionary artist‑activists have created performances binding Jewish wisdom with ecological awareness, exploring renewal, belonging, and resilience in the face of the ecological crisis, the news release stated.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 May 2026
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“Discovery.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discovery. Accessed 11 May. 2026.
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