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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 discovery led scientists to theorize the two species mated and triggered years of debate.
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Jenny Staletovich, Miami Herald, 2 May 2026
Students also have the opportunity to fly in a real plane with a discovery flight out of Lakeville's Airlake Airport.
—Adam Del Rosso, CBS News, 2 May 2026
Unfortunately for Ohm, his discovery coincides with the arrival of hotel employee Mal (Peter Coonan), who promptly locks Ohm in the suite and flees.
—Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 1 May 2026
Much of what scientists know about this period in Earth’s history comes from Charles Doolittle Walcott’s discovery of the Burgess Shale in British Columbia in 1909.
—Marlowe Starling, Quanta Magazine, 1 May 2026
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Jenny Staletovich, Miami Herald, 2 May 2026
Students also have the opportunity to fly in a real plane with a discovery flight out of Lakeville's Airlake Airport.
—Adam Del Rosso, CBS News, 2 May 2026
Unfortunately for Ohm, his discovery coincides with the arrival of hotel employee Mal (Peter Coonan), who promptly locks Ohm in the suite and flees.
—Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 1 May 2026
Much of what scientists know about this period in Earth’s history comes from Charles Doolittle Walcott’s discovery of the Burgess Shale in British Columbia in 1909.
—Marlowe Starling, Quanta Magazine, 1 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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Blind spot alerts, lane-assist detection, front-impact warnings, rearview cameras and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto can help drivers avoid the avoidable.—
Doug Turnbull,
AJC.com,
3 May 2026
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That detection system, called Dedrone, can also help officials pinpoint the pilot’s location, according to the company’s website, using radar, video, acoustics and the radio frequencies that drones use to communicate with their operators.—
Taylor Galgano,
CNN Money,
3 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 8 May. 2026.
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