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as in discovers
to come upon after searching, study, or effort
we finally found the information after searching dozens of Internet sites
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as in encounters
to come upon unexpectedly or by chance
hey, I found my notebook!
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as in discoveries
something discovered
that antique plate was a great garage sale find
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Recent Examples of finds
Rachel Tashjian, CNN Money, 18 Feb. 2026
The film invites viewers to experience the rhythm, drama, and intimacy of life at the edge of the world, revealing that in the coldest corners of the earth one finds the warmest people, brimming with wit, resilience, and generosity.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 17 Feb. 2026
The fourth slide finds Bey seated at a desk with a cheeseburger on a golden tray and mini American and Puerto Rican flags flying in the foreground.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 17 Feb. 2026
Big Deal The 2026 State of Agentic AI Survey Report, released by CrewAI, finds that nearly three-quarters of enterprises surveyed consider agentic AI a critical priority or strategic imperative.
—Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 17 Feb. 2026
When the walls close in The 2009 timeline finds the friends scattered across separate crises.
—Jp Mangalindan, Time, 17 Feb. 2026
The couple have furnished it slowly in their own resourceful way, mixing custom and contemporary pieces with auction finds, many of them Danish and Swedish antiques from Lief gallery.
—Christine Lennon, Architectural Digest, 17 Feb. 2026
Okay, so the cow immediately finds its baby, and then there is a BABY COW gamboling in a field.
—Alice Burton, Vulture, 16 Feb. 2026
The following finds are all less than $65—but only for a limited time.
—Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 16 Feb. 2026
Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 15 Feb. 2026
Republic Goods and Buffalo Exchange both offer consignment or trade-ins and Main Street Mercantile has antiques and unique finds in addition to clothing.
—Mackenzie Jervis, Travel + Leisure, 15 Feb. 2026
Read on for the top wallet-friendly finds below, including a $7 digital meat thermometer and a $6 set of mini funnels.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Feb. 2026
The discovery joins a long list of archaeological finds involving food and drink — and some discoveries are far older.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 15 Feb. 2026
From season openers to furry friends to retro finds, there's something for everyone on our list this week.
—Caroline Ritzie, Cincinnati Enquirer, 15 Feb. 2026
Known for its viral totes and frozen finds, the chain surpassed Publix as the top grocery chain this year.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 11 Feb. 2026
Head to Amazon to score these soft, rich-looking finds.
—Alyssa Morin, InStyle, 9 Feb. 2026
Among the finds, archaeologist developed a picture of the traditions that this cult participated in.
—Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 8 Feb. 2026
Verb
Her elegant collaboration was a reminder that the world has long created the kinds of crises that threaten our stability today, and a good artist finds a way to make work that shows us a way through it, even if the answer is as simple as making something beautiful.
—Rachel Tashjian, CNN Money, 18 Feb. 2026
The film invites viewers to experience the rhythm, drama, and intimacy of life at the edge of the world, revealing that in the coldest corners of the earth one finds the warmest people, brimming with wit, resilience, and generosity.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 17 Feb. 2026
The fourth slide finds Bey seated at a desk with a cheeseburger on a golden tray and mini American and Puerto Rican flags flying in the foreground.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 17 Feb. 2026
Big Deal The 2026 State of Agentic AI Survey Report, released by CrewAI, finds that nearly three-quarters of enterprises surveyed consider agentic AI a critical priority or strategic imperative.
—Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 17 Feb. 2026
When the walls close in The 2009 timeline finds the friends scattered across separate crises.
—Jp Mangalindan, Time, 17 Feb. 2026
The couple have furnished it slowly in their own resourceful way, mixing custom and contemporary pieces with auction finds, many of them Danish and Swedish antiques from Lief gallery.
—Christine Lennon, Architectural Digest, 17 Feb. 2026
Okay, so the cow immediately finds its baby, and then there is a BABY COW gamboling in a field.
—Alice Burton, Vulture, 16 Feb. 2026
The following finds are all less than $65—but only for a limited time.
—Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 16 Feb. 2026
Noun
For more stylish ways to hide clutter, check out our favorite finds below, with everything from storage ottomans to bathroom jars for Q-tips and cotton balls, handwoven baskets, cabinets, and more.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 15 Feb. 2026
Republic Goods and Buffalo Exchange both offer consignment or trade-ins and Main Street Mercantile has antiques and unique finds in addition to clothing.
—Mackenzie Jervis, Travel + Leisure, 15 Feb. 2026
Read on for the top wallet-friendly finds below, including a $7 digital meat thermometer and a $6 set of mini funnels.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Feb. 2026
The discovery joins a long list of archaeological finds involving food and drink — and some discoveries are far older.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 15 Feb. 2026
From season openers to furry friends to retro finds, there's something for everyone on our list this week.
—Caroline Ritzie, Cincinnati Enquirer, 15 Feb. 2026
Known for its viral totes and frozen finds, the chain surpassed Publix as the top grocery chain this year.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 11 Feb. 2026
Head to Amazon to score these soft, rich-looking finds.
—Alyssa Morin, InStyle, 9 Feb. 2026
Among the finds, archaeologist developed a picture of the traditions that this cult participated in.
—Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 8 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for finds
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As other relatives arrive for the commemoration, Nour discovers a vital side of her family she’s never known, losing herself in dancing, eating, drinking, praying and other rituals over several long days and nights.—
Jordan Mintzer,
HollywoodReporter,
14 Feb. 2026
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In the movie, Cathy discovers her sexuality while watching two household staff members engage in BDSM with horse bridles.—
Clare Mulroy,
USA Today,
13 Feb. 2026
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But the score ends with the shock of humanity, as Humboldt encounters enslaved Cubans.—
Classical Music Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Feb. 2026
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Past research shows that when a person encounters a questionable headline, several things typically happen.—
Walter Quattrociocchi,
Scientific American,
18 Feb. 2026
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Romania alone experienced multiple drone incursions and debris discoveries over several months, often triggering fighter scrambles.—
Frederic Lemieux,
Fortune,
19 Feb. 2026
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The pair contacted a local archaeologist, and researchers from the University of Aberdeen quickly descended on the picturesque seaside locale to preserve the discoveries.—
Andrew Paul,
Popular Science,
19 Feb. 2026
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But Layton locates friction in other places, especially in Ruffalo’s what-else-but grizzled turn as a shaggy, Raymond Chandler-type police detective.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
11 Feb. 2026
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Beyond the credit card, The Moment locates most of its zany humor in the presence of a hacky, inexplicably successful director played by Alexander Skarsgard, hired by Rosanna Arquette’s blithe record executive to shoot the film version of Charli’s impending tour.—
Richard Lawson,
HollywoodReporter,
24 Jan. 2026
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Senate Appropriations Committee meets to discuss the state’s amended 2026 budget.—
Adam Beam,
AJC.com,
18 Feb. 2026
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Five different characters sing their hearts out, and each performer meets the vocal and emotional demands of their star turn with both power and subtlety.—
Rob Hubbard,
Twin Cities,
18 Feb. 2026
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Using a core of sensors and spatial intelligence, the robot sees the engine’s complexity and learns to navigate around obstacles that would stump a standard machine.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
16 Feb. 2026
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The first is the showdown with Whitney on CNN after Eric learns he’s being blackmailed.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
15 Feb. 2026
Verb
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If the justices agree to hear oral arguments, the 90-day clock gets re-set, possibly pushing a final decision back to as late as October.—
Rob Nikolewski,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
17 Feb. 2026
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For its opening, the Costa Mesa location is offering a choice deal where $5 gets you two slices and a beverage.—
Brock Keeling,
Oc Register,
17 Feb. 2026
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