Synonyms of investigations

investigations

noun

plural of investigation

as in inquiries

a systematic search for the truth or facts about something

officials launched an extensive investigation of the plane crash

Synonyms & Similar Words

• inquiries
• examinations
• explorations
• studies
• probes
• probings
• researches
• inspections
• inquests
• inquisitions
• surveys
• disquisitions
• probations
• questionnaires
• audits
• interrogations
• hearings
• examens
• diagnoses
• quests
• trials
• questions
• reinvestigations
• checkups
• queries
• polls
• challenges
• cross-examinations
• checks
• rehearings
• questionaries
• feelers
• quizzes
• self-examinations
• self-reflections
• soul-searchings
• goings-over
• self-explorations
• self-questionings
• self-scrutinies

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of investigations

When these systems are under-resourced, investigations become more difficult, delaying interventions that protect the public. — Omer Awan, Forbes.com, 24 July 2026

The Department of Justice has said repeatedly since the disclosure of the Epstein files that there are no credible allegations or evidence that would lead to new federal criminal investigations. — Lauren Peller, ABC News, 23 July 2026

There are several other pending investigations that rely on the same trade law, Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974, being used to enact the new rates. — Elisabeth Buchwald, CNN Money, 23 July 2026

If approved, Loblolly will enter into a 90-day due diligence period during which the company may conduct inspections, environmental reviews and any other investigations deemed necessary before finalizing a purchase. — Arkansas Online, 23 July 2026

Nearly all of these claims have been debunked through investigations and audits. — Mathew Miranda, Sacbee.com, 17 July 2026

Recent investigations by The Wall Street Journal, WIRED and 404 Media have questioned Alpha’s academic claims, lesson quality, student oversight and data security. — Luisa Yanez, Miami Herald, 16 July 2026

New epidemiological data and traceback investigations have led to leafy greens as the most consistent exposure among affected individuals. — Sundi Rose, Idaho Statesman, 16 July 2026

Close to 80 trade investigations have been opened by ​the USTR office and a new wave of tariffs could be imposed on dozens of countries, including ⁠China, the European Union, India, Japan, South Korea and Mexico. — Reuters, NBC news, 16 July 2026