1
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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2
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
Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 24 June 2026
This revival finds new power in the intimate story of a family learning to love again set against one of the most consequential moments of the twentieth century, as the Nazi regime rises to power and authoritarianism encroaches on daily life.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 23 June 2026
The annual sale event is known for steep deals across all categories, including patio and gardening essentials, home decor finds, the best cleaning products, and affordable fashion picks, too.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 June 2026
His latest project, Vanilla Sky II, finds Yates firmly established as a community leader, father, entrepreneur, and polished emcee/producer.
—Kyle Eustice, SPIN, 23 June 2026
The sequel, which PEOPLE can exclusively reveal will begin streaming on Hulu and Disney+ on July 29, picks up years after the events of the 2006 hit film and finds Andy Sachs (Hathaway, 43) back at Runway magazine, this time as the publication's features editor.
—Lily Brown, PEOPLE, 23 June 2026
Somewhere between filming those, Afualo also finds time to partner with beauty brands like Tresemme and Sol de Janeiro.
—Steven Bertoni, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026
For more nostalgic Tupperware finds and other useful food storage solutions at Amazon, keep reading.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 23 June 2026
As a result, any DNA that finds its way inside the cell has the potential to become intermingled with the genome and be incorporated permanently.
—John Timmer, ArsTechnica, 16 June 2026
Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 22 June 2026
Now’s the time to save big on finds from top brands, like a Series 9 Apple Watch, a summery-scented Yankee Candle, and a Black and Decker vacuum for floor-to-ceiling messes.
—Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 22 June 2026
Among the finds are a 4th-century coin bearing the face of Emperor Constantine, as well as medieval pottery fragments bearing markings archaeologists have not yet deciphered.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 19 June 2026
Thankfully, Wayfair offers some of its best furniture and bedding discounts in the summer, with holiday-level markdowns on popular finds.
—Better Homes & Gardens, 19 June 2026
Friends and colleagues still regularly drop off fresh finds.
—A.d. Quig, Chicago Tribune, 17 June 2026
Be sure to hit the subterranean SoWa Vintage Market for thrifting finds, and on weekends from spring through fall the outdoor SoWa Open Market sets up shop with local vendors, artisans, food purveyors, farmers, and food and drink trucks selling their wares in a fun, alfresco setting.
—Shannon McMahon, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 June 2026
Born on June 26, 1959, in Chicago, Freedman’s sense of fashion was heavily influenced by her mother and grandmother, who were lovers of couture and vintage finds.
—Naomi Jeffries, HollywoodReporter, 16 June 2026
Thankfully, one of my go-to brands, Quince, secretly launched a vacation shop that’s brimming with breezy finds that make figuring out what to bring immensely easier.
—Ali Faccenda, InStyle, 16 June 2026
Verb
From fashion finds—like Madewell’s set of soft and simple crewneck T-shirts, a fabulous discovery from senior shopping editor Cortne Bonilla’s keen eye—to home steals, such as marketing and production manager Kasey Busiel’s favorite Brooklinen sheets and Talia Abbas’s Moccamaster coffee maker.
—Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 24 June 2026
This revival finds new power in the intimate story of a family learning to love again set against one of the most consequential moments of the twentieth century, as the Nazi regime rises to power and authoritarianism encroaches on daily life.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 23 June 2026
The annual sale event is known for steep deals across all categories, including patio and gardening essentials, home decor finds, the best cleaning products, and affordable fashion picks, too.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 June 2026
His latest project, Vanilla Sky II, finds Yates firmly established as a community leader, father, entrepreneur, and polished emcee/producer.
—Kyle Eustice, SPIN, 23 June 2026
The sequel, which PEOPLE can exclusively reveal will begin streaming on Hulu and Disney+ on July 29, picks up years after the events of the 2006 hit film and finds Andy Sachs (Hathaway, 43) back at Runway magazine, this time as the publication's features editor.
—Lily Brown, PEOPLE, 23 June 2026
Somewhere between filming those, Afualo also finds time to partner with beauty brands like Tresemme and Sol de Janeiro.
—Steven Bertoni, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026
For more nostalgic Tupperware finds and other useful food storage solutions at Amazon, keep reading.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 23 June 2026
As a result, any DNA that finds its way inside the cell has the potential to become intermingled with the genome and be incorporated permanently.
—John Timmer, ArsTechnica, 16 June 2026
Noun
Wong has repurposed the pieces by deconstructing them and creating unconventional finds like the $65 Bailey bucket hat that doubles as a sling bag.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 22 June 2026
Now’s the time to save big on finds from top brands, like a Series 9 Apple Watch, a summery-scented Yankee Candle, and a Black and Decker vacuum for floor-to-ceiling messes.
—Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 22 June 2026
Among the finds are a 4th-century coin bearing the face of Emperor Constantine, as well as medieval pottery fragments bearing markings archaeologists have not yet deciphered.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 19 June 2026
Thankfully, Wayfair offers some of its best furniture and bedding discounts in the summer, with holiday-level markdowns on popular finds.
—Better Homes & Gardens, 19 June 2026
Friends and colleagues still regularly drop off fresh finds.
—A.d. Quig, Chicago Tribune, 17 June 2026
Be sure to hit the subterranean SoWa Vintage Market for thrifting finds, and on weekends from spring through fall the outdoor SoWa Open Market sets up shop with local vendors, artisans, food purveyors, farmers, and food and drink trucks selling their wares in a fun, alfresco setting.
—Shannon McMahon, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 June 2026
Born on June 26, 1959, in Chicago, Freedman’s sense of fashion was heavily influenced by her mother and grandmother, who were lovers of couture and vintage finds.
—Naomi Jeffries, HollywoodReporter, 16 June 2026
Thankfully, one of my go-to brands, Quince, secretly launched a vacation shop that’s brimming with breezy finds that make figuring out what to bring immensely easier.
—Ali Faccenda, InStyle, 16 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for finds
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Agreeing to keep it a secret due to their homophobic community, Naim later discovers that Ryan is also involved with fellow classmate Hunter (Jeremy Blewitt).—
Arushi Jacob,
Variety,
19 June 2026
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That's what Annie really discovers on this cruise.—
Danielle Parker,
CBS News,
19 June 2026
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There are also some wild dragons in Westeros like the one Rhaena (Daemon’s daughter, Baela’s sister) encounters in the Vale called Sheepstealer.—
Tracy Brown,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
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If not, dropped points would elevate Switzerland’s stress level ahead of the final group stage match against Canada on June 24 in Vancouver, while Bosnia and Herzegovina encounters Qatar in Seattle.—
Josh Gross,
Oc Register,
17 June 2026
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On the Criterion Channel, known for showcasing classics and discoveries from around the world, Two Prosecutors will be accompanied by The Trial, a 2018 documentary that Loznitsa assembled from footage of a 1930 Stalinist show trial.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
18 June 2026
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Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more.—
Katie Hunt,
CNN Money,
18 June 2026
Verb
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It's sturdily built, quick to set up and automatically locates night sky targets and provides crisp, clear views of them.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
15 June 2026
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Her thumb locates something hard yet delicate, and there is a slight clinking noise.—
Maggie O’Farrell,
Literary Hub,
2 June 2026
Verb
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Lightweight summer texture meets a structured, work-worthy shape.—
Aemilia Madden,
Vogue,
18 June 2026
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Kelley Dennings is a campaigner at the Center for Biological Diversity and a leading member of the Food Code and Reuse Committee, which meets regularly to advocate for reuse-friendly state and federal food code changes and reuse infrastructure.—
Kelley Dennings,
The Orlando Sentinel,
17 June 2026
Verb
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The main takeaway is, of course, what Tom learns about Evan, and how that squares with his primary motivation of protecting his son.—
Alison Herman,
Variety,
17 June 2026
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This is something Tom might want to find out before Bechir (Kevin Carroll), who was willing to shoot Ruth to save his child from the horrors of Widow’s Bay, learns the truth about Evan.—
Louis Peitzman,
Vulture,
17 June 2026
Verb
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Barely 20 minutes into the game, the crowd suddenly gets quiet as people hold their breaths in anticipation.—
The Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
17 June 2026
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And the referee, who gets it together in time to brandish a yellow card.—
Nick Miller,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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