Thesaurus results for INVESTIGATE

investigate

verb

in-ˈve-stə-ˌgāt

Definition of investigate next

as in to explore

to search through or into experts investigating new ways of dealing with the problem

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Recent Examples of investigate The area investigated this week had not been previously examined, according to the Bureau of Indian Affairs. —

Josh Kelly, Oklahoman, 21 Feb. 2026 State police are still investigating the crash, the release said. —

Rose Evans, Idaho Statesman, 21 Feb. 2026 The Major Accidents and Investigation Unit was investigating. —

Deanese Williams-Harris, Chicago Tribune, 21 Feb. 2026 Area Two Detectives are investigating the incident. —

Jeramie Bizzle, CBS News, 21 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for investigate

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Which is exactly what draws you back out and keeps you exploring.

— Chris Schalkx, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Feb. 2026
The overall result is a series of spaces that explore themes rooted in ecclesiastical pageantry, and the power that’s conveyed through the clothing and visual arts of a monarch or empire.

— Laurie Brookins, Travel + Leisure, 21 Feb. 2026