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
Crenshaw is allowing both sides to conduct discovery concerning the government's motives in prosecuting Abrego Garcia.
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Evan Mealins, Nashville Tennessean, 3 Oct. 2025
The discoveries that chimpanzees make and use tools forever changed our understanding of our relationship to the rest of the animal kingdom.
—Denise Petski, Deadline, 3 Oct. 2025
Clara Pacini, who plays Jeanne and your protégé in this movie, is a real discovery.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 3 Oct. 2025
This discovery sheds light on the history of the species’ extinction.
—Real-Time News Team, Miami Herald, 3 Oct. 2025
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Evan Mealins, Nashville Tennessean, 3 Oct. 2025
The discoveries that chimpanzees make and use tools forever changed our understanding of our relationship to the rest of the animal kingdom.
—Denise Petski, Deadline, 3 Oct. 2025
Clara Pacini, who plays Jeanne and your protégé in this movie, is a real discovery.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 3 Oct. 2025
This discovery sheds light on the history of the species’ extinction.
—Real-Time News Team, Miami Herald, 3 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for discovery
Noun
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Read about those findings in today's story.—
Alexander Coolidge,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
3 Oct. 2025
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That was the finding Wednesday by experts at a Miami Herald panel moderated by climate reporters Alex Harris, Denise Hruby and Ashely Miznazi.—
Jane Wooldridge,
Miami Herald,
3 Oct. 2025
Noun
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This month a super-practical find—a gadget for opening cans without joint pain—a gluten-free pasta that even gluten-loving folks can get behind, and a new masala chai from one of our favorite spice companies.—
Alaina Chou,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
30 Sep. 2025
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The latest find is one of many ship discoveries that the WHS helped facilitate over the past few months.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
29 Sep. 2025
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Early detection and treatment of sepsis is essential to preventing life-threatening complications that damage the kidney, heart, liver, brain and other organs, according to Long.—
Dr. Marc Siegel , Melissa Rudy,
FOXNews.com,
5 Oct. 2025
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Officials, including Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel and Genesee County law enforcement, provided guidance on threat detection, emergency response and security measures for places of worship.—
Nour Rahal,
Freep.com,
4 Oct. 2025
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Each verse is a heartfelt exploration of sorrow, capturing the complexity of human emotions in the face of separation.—
Tere Aguilera,
Billboard,
3 Oct. 2025
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With interactive pavilions and nature trails aimed at educating visitors on Florida’s unique coastal ecosystem, the Oceanographic Coastal Center could be a full day’s worth of exploration.—
Kelsey Glennon,
Southern Living,
3 Oct. 2025
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That began to change in October 1985, when the American Cancer Society partnered with other groups to launch a week-long event devoted to raising awareness about breast cancer.—
Dr. Noor Shaik,
ABC News,
1 Oct. 2025
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The reasons for this are likely complicated and could be a combination of factors, including lack of awareness, barriers to access and fear of finding out the result.—
Katia Hetter,
CNN Money,
1 Oct. 2025
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“Discovery.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discovery. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.
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