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
Many readers certainly do struggle with the epic’s final part, which has its share of dense theological disquisitions.
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Eric Bulson,
The Atlantic,
2 Jan. 2026
Much of Woodhouse’s disquisitions on health are pitched at the younger generation.
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Chris Cohen,
Literary Hub,
11 Dec. 2025
As Schumer told it in his modest New York City apartment over gluten-free cookies (and disquisitions about digestive issues), he’s been in that place most of his adult life.
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Bret Stephens,
The Mercury News,
22 Mar. 2025
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
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Eric Bulson,
The Atlantic,
2 Jan. 2026
Much of Woodhouse’s disquisitions on health are pitched at the younger generation.
—
Chris Cohen,
Literary Hub,
11 Dec. 2025
As Schumer told it in his modest New York City apartment over gluten-free cookies (and disquisitions about digestive issues), he’s been in that place most of his adult life.
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Bret Stephens,
The Mercury News,
22 Mar. 2025
In the end, McConnell’s disquisition falls short in making the case for primacy.
—
Reid Smith,
Foreign Affairs,
3 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for disquisition
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However, the presence of complex carbon compounds in ancient sediments strengthens the case for further investigation.
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Police said the investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding the crash is ongoing.
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Microsoft Discovery is a cross-domain scientific platform, rather than being specialized for any one area of inquiry.
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Rayner directed any further inquiries to the Inspector General’s office.
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Civil rights attorney Ben Crump announced the family’s plans during a June 22 press conference, saying relatives of Kohen Wiley want an independent examination of the evidence and do not want to rely solely on findings from the Mississippi Bureau of Investigation.
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Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher said an examination found no evidence of traumatic injury, including bruising, lacerations, gunshot wounds, stab wounds, blunt force trauma, strangulation or other external injuries.
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For exploration further into the turquoise waters, the property’s jetty can act as a launch point for private yacht charters to secluded beaches, day trips to other islands, a kite surfing adventure, and more.
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The discovery is the culmination of lead archaeologist Ivan Šprajc’s three-decade-long exploration of the Central Maya Lowlands, home to between 9 and 11 million people during the Maya civilization’s Late Classic period (600–900 CE).
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The markings can also result from biological activity, making the sample a compelling target for further study.
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In the decade leading up to the pandemic, a study by the Atlantic Council found Pakistan to be one of only five developing economies, out of a sample of more than 60 countries, whose interest payments consumed more than 40% of its annual revenue intake.
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Mission two was to do a lot of listening, a lot of probing, a lot of asking questions, skip levels to really understand the opportunity for the go forward, but also embrace what makes TIAA incredibly special.
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Davis’ ability to reflect and respond with his pithy probing of the disagreeing chord turned chaos into something cogent.
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Uncovering the people behind the paint As part of its acquisition, the association conducted new research to uncover the identities and stories of the people Rockwell captured in his images.
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Ippei Naoi | Getty Images Investors continue to rely on professional financial advisers for their final investment decisions, even as artificial intelligence becomes more widely used in the initial stages of research, according to a survey by HSBC.
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“Disquisition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/disquisition. Accessed 1 Jul. 2026.
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