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
As part of the investigation, the FA leant on analysis of the four suspicious matches provided by Stats Perform Integrity Services (SPIS), which is a division of data company Stats Perform.
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Mark Carey, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2025
In addition to the Homeland Security Investigations Task Force, other agencies involved in the investigation were the Fayetteville, Eureka Springs, Harrison, Springdale and Berryville police departments, according to the release.
—Nwa Democrat-Gazette, Arkansas Online, 6 Sep. 2025
However, investigations into the cause are ongoing.
—Ca Wildfire Bot, Sacbee.com, 6 Sep. 2025
But the investigation quickly unraveled after authorities allegedly found glaring inconsistencies in Rebecca's stories.
—Chris Spargo, PEOPLE, 5 Sep. 2025
Trump said his administration may launch a Section 301 investigation against the EU in retaliation, a procedural measure that could lead to retaliatory tariffs.
—David Goldman, CNN Money, 5 Sep. 2025
The agreement also includes an injunction preventing the union from enforcing the collective bargaining agreement between the union and the district on the basis of race and from retaliating against anyone who opposed any discriminatory practices or participated in any related investigation.
—Olivia Stevens, Chicago Tribune, 5 Sep. 2025
The raid was the culmination of months of criminal investigation, officials said.
—Trevor Hughes, USA Today, 5 Sep. 2025
After nearly six months of investigation, authorities arrested Armstrong in April 2023.
—Olivia Lloyd, Miami Herald, 5 Sep. 2025
Mark Carey, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2025
In addition to the Homeland Security Investigations Task Force, other agencies involved in the investigation were the Fayetteville, Eureka Springs, Harrison, Springdale and Berryville police departments, according to the release.
—Nwa Democrat-Gazette, Arkansas Online, 6 Sep. 2025
However, investigations into the cause are ongoing.
—Ca Wildfire Bot, Sacbee.com, 6 Sep. 2025
But the investigation quickly unraveled after authorities allegedly found glaring inconsistencies in Rebecca's stories.
—Chris Spargo, PEOPLE, 5 Sep. 2025
Trump said his administration may launch a Section 301 investigation against the EU in retaliation, a procedural measure that could lead to retaliatory tariffs.
—David Goldman, CNN Money, 5 Sep. 2025
The agreement also includes an injunction preventing the union from enforcing the collective bargaining agreement between the union and the district on the basis of race and from retaliating against anyone who opposed any discriminatory practices or participated in any related investigation.
—Olivia Stevens, Chicago Tribune, 5 Sep. 2025
The raid was the culmination of months of criminal investigation, officials said.
—Trevor Hughes, USA Today, 5 Sep. 2025
After nearly six months of investigation, authorities arrested Armstrong in April 2023.
—Olivia Lloyd, Miami Herald, 5 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for investigation
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While Schneider was expressing his feelings about the unknown state of Judge’s normally rocket arm, the Yankees seemed weary about answering these kind of inquiries.—
Larry Fleisher,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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Panouses regularly fields inquiries from investors, scammers and people in need, all trying to reach his clients.—
Safiyah Riddle,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Sep. 2025
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Other than in the Second Circuit, the federal courts of appeals generally have interpreted the Confrontation Clause to require face-to-face cross examination, and counsel should be wary of giving up that important right.—
Robert Anello,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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The subcommittee heard their statements as part of an examination of a purportedly secret UFO retrieval program managed by the Pentagon.—
Janet Loehrke,
USA Today,
9 Sep. 2025
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Elena Bianca Zagari Un Mondo Proprio (A World of One's Own) grew out of my long-term exploration of women's identities in Naples, the city where I was born.—
Vogue,
Vogue,
5 Sep. 2025
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Known for its reliability and resilience, Canada Goose has supported on- and off-screen roles in some of the planet’s most extreme locations, empowering exploration of all kinds, both behind the scenes and front of the lens.—
Steven Huizar,
HollywoodReporter,
5 Sep. 2025
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Dairy Some studies show a link between dairy consumption and a higher prostate cancer risk.—
Merve Ceylan,
Health,
7 Sep. 2025
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The National Natural Science Foundation of China, responsible for funding 32 studies cited in the rebuttal document, is directly overseen by the Chinese government and has its leadership appointed by the CCP.—
Robert Schmad,
The Washington Examiner,
7 Sep. 2025
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The child’s uncle, Salim Güran — the village headman — had been arrested earlier in the probe, per Hürriyet Daily News.—
Christina Coulter,
PEOPLE,
6 Sep. 2025
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The probe into possible misuse of those funds prompted a search warrant executed by the office in June at the MEDC's Lansing headquarters and a residence in Farmington Hills where Beydoun lives.—
Clara Hendrickson,
Freep.com,
5 Sep. 2025
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The Algerian is equally capable of tucking into midfield, running the flanks, playing probing passes from a wide-centre-back role or making darting movements towards goal.—
Mark Carey,
New York Times,
14 Aug. 2025
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So far this decade — according to Brian McNoldy, a senior research associate at the University of Miami’s Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric and Earth Science — the number of days that lows failed to dip below 80 degrees has already doubled compared to the 2000’s.—
Ashley Miznazi,
Miami Herald,
5 Sep. 2025
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Future research could also explore why omega-3s appear to be more protective for women—something that’s currently unclear.—
Brian Mastroianni,
Health,
5 Sep. 2025
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“Investigation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/investigation. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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