as in investigation
a systematic search for the truth or facts about something
Adam Smith's celebrated disquisition on the factors contributing to the wealth of nations
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Recent Examples of disquisition
In the end, McConnell’s disquisition falls short in making the case for primacy.
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Reid Smith, Foreign Affairs, 3 Feb. 2025
Anyone who knew Heff, even a little, had heard his manic, often brilliant disquisitions on literature, film and hip-hop and had listened to him rhapsodize about fast cars, James Dean, jazz and the horror novels of Clive Barker.
—Mark Oppenheimer, The Hollywood Reporter, 25 Oct. 2024
During a Tuesday pop-in at a Democratic campaign office in New Hampshire, Biden embarked on one of his customary rambling disquisitions.
—Noah Rothman, National Review, 23 Oct. 2024
As the childhood friendship between two future game-makers blooms into a rich creative collaboration and, later, alienation, the book becomes a dazzling disquisition on art, ambition and the endurance of platonic love.
—New York Times, 8 July 2024
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Reid Smith, Foreign Affairs, 3 Feb. 2025
Anyone who knew Heff, even a little, had heard his manic, often brilliant disquisitions on literature, film and hip-hop and had listened to him rhapsodize about fast cars, James Dean, jazz and the horror novels of Clive Barker.
—Mark Oppenheimer, The Hollywood Reporter, 25 Oct. 2024
During a Tuesday pop-in at a Democratic campaign office in New Hampshire, Biden embarked on one of his customary rambling disquisitions.
—Noah Rothman, National Review, 23 Oct. 2024
As the childhood friendship between two future game-makers blooms into a rich creative collaboration and, later, alienation, the book becomes a dazzling disquisition on art, ambition and the endurance of platonic love.
—New York Times, 8 July 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for disquisition
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The presence of state investigators on scene at the latest shooting by a federal immigration officer was notable, given federal authorities had previously blocked the BCA from participating in the investigation of the shooting of Good.—
Danya Gainor,
CNN Money,
15 Jan. 2026
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An investigation into the source of salmonella contamination is ongoing, officials said.—
Kiki Intarasuwan,
CBS News,
15 Jan. 2026
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The lawmakers have pushed back against the administration and argued the Justice Department's inquiries are politically motivated.—
Joe Walsh,
CBS News,
15 Jan. 2026
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Huawei, in response to CNBC inquiries, declined to comment on its intention to list or stay private.—
Dylan Butts,
CNBC,
15 Jan. 2026
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The examination of the past all feels pretty surface-level.—
Dash Lewis,
Pitchfork,
8 Jan. 2026
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After an examination of her records, the election board said 188 of Walker Thomas’ petition signatures were invalid, which brought her total number of valid signatures to 445, below the minimum 500 signatures required to run.—
Addison Wright,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Jan. 2026
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China's most prominent role is in Russia's Arctic zone, where it has been involved in mining, energy resources exploration and potentially in military exercises, said Grimsson.—
Anniek Bao,Dan Murphy,
CNBC,
15 Jan. 2026
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The song is also an early exploration of love as a spiritual force.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
15 Jan. 2026
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Islands and small economies will be disproportionately affected, given the regions' dependence on seafood and nutrition, according to the study.—
Julia Jacobo,
ABC News,
15 Jan. 2026
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One in three would choose AI over humans for serious conversations, according to the study.—
Stephanie Stahl,
CBS News,
15 Jan. 2026
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The Algerian is equally capable of tucking into midfield, running the flanks, playing probing passes from a wide-centre-back role or making darting movements towards goal.—
Mark Carey,
New York Times,
14 Aug. 2025
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The research accounted for reduced availability of key nutrients in seafood, including calcium, omega-3 fatty acids, protein and iron -- the loss of which can be linked to increases in disease risk and additional deaths.—
Julia Jacobo,
ABC News,
15 Jan. 2026
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The research team introduces Emo, an advanced anthropomorphic facial robot designed to enhance social interaction.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
15 Jan. 2026
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“Disquisition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/disquisition. Accessed 16 Jan. 2026.
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