as in inquiry
a systematic search for the truth or facts about something
officials launched an extensive investigation of the plane crash
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Recent Examples of investigation
The county gave Sunshine Gasoline, the current owner of the Chevron gas station and one of Florida’s largest gas companies, about four months to produce an interim report and nine months to do a full investigation from the discovery in early March.
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Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 9 Apr. 2026
But in Patterson Tuesday, Stanislaus County Sheriff Jeff Dirske indicated the federal government would take the lead on any investigation into the shooting of Hernandez.
—Sacbee.com, 9 Apr. 2026
The criminal investigation into the incident comes as Lynette Hooker's daughter, Karli Aylesworth, seeks answers about what happened on the dinghy.
—Nicole Sganga, CBS News, 9 Apr. 2026
An investigation led to a third suspect being identified, Michael Ray Elam, 46, and he was located and arrested, the sheriff’s office said.
—Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 9 Apr. 2026
An investigation is ongoing, Pattrick said.
—Caroline Zimmerman, Kansas City Star, 9 Apr. 2026
The incident was isolated and remains an ongoing investigation, police said.
—Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Apr. 2026
As authorities continue their search, Lynette’s family have called for an investigation into her disappearance.
—Taylor Romine, CNN Money, 8 Apr. 2026
The Falcons' front office and coaching staff, which is largely full of new faces this season, has remained tight-lipped during the active investigation.
—ABC News, 8 Apr. 2026
Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 9 Apr. 2026
But in Patterson Tuesday, Stanislaus County Sheriff Jeff Dirske indicated the federal government would take the lead on any investigation into the shooting of Hernandez.
—Sacbee.com, 9 Apr. 2026
The criminal investigation into the incident comes as Lynette Hooker's daughter, Karli Aylesworth, seeks answers about what happened on the dinghy.
—Nicole Sganga, CBS News, 9 Apr. 2026
An investigation led to a third suspect being identified, Michael Ray Elam, 46, and he was located and arrested, the sheriff’s office said.
—Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 9 Apr. 2026
An investigation is ongoing, Pattrick said.
—Caroline Zimmerman, Kansas City Star, 9 Apr. 2026
The incident was isolated and remains an ongoing investigation, police said.
—Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Apr. 2026
As authorities continue their search, Lynette’s family have called for an investigation into her disappearance.
—Taylor Romine, CNN Money, 8 Apr. 2026
The Falcons' front office and coaching staff, which is largely full of new faces this season, has remained tight-lipped during the active investigation.
—ABC News, 8 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for investigation
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In response to a request for comment, the White House referred NBC News to the Office of Management and Budget, which did not respond to the inquiry.—
Aria Bendix,
NBC news,
9 Apr. 2026
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Each move is supported by a dedicated specialist who guides the customer from initial inquiry through move day completion, ensuring clarity at every stage.—
NIa Bowers,
USA Today,
8 Apr. 2026
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As evidenced by the trailer, the doc is set to offer a comprehensive examination of the blurry lines between superstar wrestler Hulk Hogan and the man who played and created him, Terry Bollea.—
Jon Blistein,
Rolling Stone,
6 Apr. 2026
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An examination of his patrol car revealed Teresa’s fingerprints on the hood of his patrol car, intermingled with Duckett’s.—
Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board,
The Orlando Sentinel,
3 Apr. 2026
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Meanwhile, engineers in Silicon Valley were allegedly designing ingenious ways to make explorations of digital rabbit holes irresistible.—
Jeannie Suk Gersen,
New Yorker,
9 Apr. 2026
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Dalio founded OceanX in 2016 with his son Mark to promote exploration and stewardship of ocean resources.—
Eunice Yoon,Evelyn Cheng,
CNBC,
8 Apr. 2026
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In higher-cost states, savings from achieving the magic 760 number can exceed 40% of annual household income, the study found.—
Lew Sichelman,
Miami Herald,
9 Apr. 2026
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Antarctica has lost enough ice over the last 30 years to cover the City of Los Angeles area 10 times over, glaciologists at the University of California, Irvine, found in a study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences last month.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
9 Apr. 2026
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Beyond football, a DOJ probe that upends how the NFL and streamers do business could bleed into other sports, changing how exclusive streaming and bundling work in the US.—
Hannah Rabinowitz,
CNN Money,
9 Apr. 2026
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In late January, the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) launched a probe into IJM over accusations of lapses in corporate governance and procurement processes.—
Angelica Ang,
Fortune,
9 Apr. 2026
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The hosts also talk about Prasad’s second exit from the FDA and a congressman’s probing of the agency’s rare disease drug denials.—
Adam Feuerstein,
STAT,
12 Mar. 2026
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To this end, the event was likely either a misunderstanding or a deliberate probing of China’s aerial defense response.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
21 Feb. 2026
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The plan includes the addition of office and research space for the University of Maryland's School of Architecture, along with community meeting spaces.—
JT Moodee Lockman,
CBS News,
9 Apr. 2026
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Glaciers all over the world -- especially in Antarctica -- are also retreating at a rapid pace, recent research shows.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
9 Apr. 2026
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“Investigation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/investigation. Accessed 13 Apr. 2026.
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