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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
Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more.
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Ashley Strickland, CNN Money, 7 Mar. 2026
Some futurists compare this development to our primitive ancestors’ discovery of fire.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 7 Mar. 2026
New discoveries to be made about reproductive habits Given that most fossil clutches tend to hold only two to five eggs, while modern crocodyliforms can lay between 10 and 80 eggs per clutch, researchers noted that the difference in clutch sizes reflects taxon-specific adaptations.
—Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 7 Mar. 2026
The discovery of Tanyka amnicola challenges that assumption.
—Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 6 Mar. 2026
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Ashley Strickland, CNN Money, 7 Mar. 2026
Some futurists compare this development to our primitive ancestors’ discovery of fire.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 7 Mar. 2026
New discoveries to be made about reproductive habits Given that most fossil clutches tend to hold only two to five eggs, while modern crocodyliforms can lay between 10 and 80 eggs per clutch, researchers noted that the difference in clutch sizes reflects taxon-specific adaptations.
—Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 7 Mar. 2026
The discovery of Tanyka amnicola challenges that assumption.
—Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 6 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for discovery
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Researchers say the findings could potentially open the door to new uses for GLP-1s.—
Alexandra Banner,
CNN Money,
5 Mar. 2026
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After conducting an investigation and forwarding its findings to the Ada County Prosecutor’s Office, police arrested Jeffery Cope on Thursday on a warrant for one count of vehicular manslaughter.—
Shannon Tyler,
Idaho Statesman,
5 Mar. 2026
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Cinema history has always been linked to technology, but a recent find pushes back the timeline for robots on screen.—
Munis Raza,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Mar. 2026
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The layout is generous, with multiple lounge spaces, a proper dining room, and four bedrooms (a rare find on the coast)—each with its own bathroom (an even rarer find).—
Angela Tafoya,
Vogue,
9 Mar. 2026
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The city's gunshot detection system has recorded nearly 100 separate possible shootings in the City West block since the beginning of 2023, according to city data.—
Cameron Knight,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
8 Mar. 2026
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Chicago must also remove obstacles to effective policing, use technology such as the ShotSpotter gunshot detection system, and update and enforce curfew regulations.—
Juan Rangel,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Mar. 2026
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With a continuous power supply in orbit, this technology could extend the lifespan and range of exploration missions, like future lunar bases and global space internet networks.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
4 Mar. 2026
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Kumo o sagasu is a literary memoir, an illness diary, a lyrical exploration of cultural difference and similarity all in one volume.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
4 Mar. 2026
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Coalie, however, isn’t selling forest fire prevention or personal safety awareness or fair housing regulations.—
Business Columnist,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Mar. 2026
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Travelers can also take additional steps by staying vigilant for petty crime, and moving throughout the city with extra awareness.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Mar. 2026
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“Discovery.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discovery. Accessed 11 Mar. 2026.
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