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
So, like two detectives sniffing a break in a case, Richardson and Soto further investigated, scanning more clips in search of supporting evidence.
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Will Sammon, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2025
However, the cause is still being investigated.
—Ca Wildfire Bot, Sacbee.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Homicide detectives are investigating the shooting death of a man who was found on a staircase at a west Fort Worth apartment complex on Monday morning.
—Fousia Abdullahi, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 Sep. 2025
The Ascension Parish Sheriff’s Office is investigating the theft and has asked the public for tips.
—Mark Price, Miami Herald, 8 Sep. 2025
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Will Sammon, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2025
However, the cause is still being investigated.
—Ca Wildfire Bot, Sacbee.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Homicide detectives are investigating the shooting death of a man who was found on a staircase at a west Fort Worth apartment complex on Monday morning.
—Fousia Abdullahi, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 Sep. 2025
The Ascension Parish Sheriff’s Office is investigating the theft and has asked the public for tips.
—Mark Price, Miami Herald, 8 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for investigate
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Multigenerational travel can be one of the most rewarding ways to explore the world, offering opportunities for grandparents, parents, and children to share experiences and create lasting memories together.—
Travel + Leisure Editors,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Sep. 2025
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After losing generational slugger Juan Soto to a record-setting free agent offer from the New York Mets last year, the New York Yankees may be desperate to prevent another power-hitting outfielder from exploring the open market after a single season with the franchise.—
Jon Vankin,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Sep. 2025
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Fashion and sociology experts say that, when examining the significance of any bold fashion statement such as Robbie's, context plays an important role.—
Charles Trepany,
USA Today,
13 Sep. 2025
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This fall, the Louis Vuitton men’s creative director examines the transatlantic cultural exchange that was central to classic collegiate style, marrying rowing aesthetics with dandyism.—
Naomi Rougeau,
Robb Report,
12 Sep. 2025
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“Investigate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/investigate. Accessed 15 Sep. 2025.
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