discovery

noun

di-ˈskə-v(ə-)rē How to pronounce discovery (audio)
Definition of discoverynext
1
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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2
as in find
something discovered his many zoological discoveries include several species of birds

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Recent Examples of discovery Southeast Asia is very strong in that, from discovery to experience to transaction. — Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 9 Oct. 2026 The discoveries that will change medicine a generation from now are probably being chased today by people asking questions no one else sees the value of yet. — Robert C. Gallo, STAT, 9 Oct. 2026 The Times’ belated discovery of Bragg’s malpractice emerged through an unlikely incident that has not been reported in full. — Charles Bethea, New Yorker, 9 Oct. 2026 This year, QatarEnergy entered Uruguay, agreed to take 30% of two blocks off Angola, and shared in a discovery off the Republic of Congo. — semafor.com, 9 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for discovery
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  1. finding
  2. find
  3. detection
  4. exploration
  5. awareness
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  • The reports come after misconduct findings against some interfraternity chapters in the spring and multiple criminal investigations, according to the letter.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 8 Oct. 2026
  • Researchers who study reproductive health said the think tank’s findings, which were neither peer-reviewed nor published in a medical journal, amounted to junk science.
    — Aria Bendix, NBC news, 8 Oct. 2026
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  • The find led divers to conduct a more detailed search of the area for other archaeological objects.
    — Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 3 Oct. 2026
  • Major brands including BaubleBar and Crocs are putting their own spin on football fandom with playful collaborations and unexpected finds.
    — Casey DelBasso, ABC News, 2 Oct. 2026
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  • These figures are at times revised higher after ships have moved through the strait, as many switch off their identification systems to try to avoid detection.
    — Hanna Ziady, CNN Money, 8 Oct. 2026
  • Early detection is important at any age but according to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, women under 40 have a nearly 40% higher chance of dying from breast cancer.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 8 Oct. 2026
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  • There are some films like this on other social justice issues that movie beyond a kind of polemic into a deeper exploration of the material.
    — Antonio Ferme, Variety, 4 Oct. 2026
  • PinkPantheress credits Kelela, along with Kaytranada, as being an essential influence on her exploration of electronic music.
    — Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 3 Oct. 2026
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  • As awareness grows, primary-care doctors and gynecologists are likely to see more patients asking about scent changes.
    — Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 5 Oct. 2026
  • The award is presented by the American Heart Association to celebrate excellence in coaching, honor Bryant’s legacy and to raise awareness and funds for its mission.
    — PJ Green October 5, Kansas City Star, 5 Oct. 2026
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