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as in researchers
one who observes or studies by close examination and systematic inquiry
investigators who discovered new evidence that the universe was much older than had been previously estimated
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as in detectives
a person not on the police force who investigates criminal or illicit activity or searches for missing persons
the investigator in charge of the case was touted as an expert at tracing stolen art
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Recent Examples of investigators
What investigators conclude about Robinson’s motivations may have far-reaching consequences beyond his own criminal case.
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Connor Greene, Time, 17 Sep. 2025
If tax records and documents do not add up, employers and employees may be arrested and detained as investigators sort out who is illegally present in the United States or illegally employing workers.
—Anna Giaritelli, The Washington Examiner, 17 Sep. 2025
Sanders’ motion details several incidents in which Rackauckas and investigators maneuvered to keep the defense from receiving evidence that could have impeached Neary’s testimony.
—Tony Saavedra, Oc Register, 17 Sep. 2025
After his arrest, Zinn did not cooperate with law enforcement or want to speak with investigators, the sheriff's office said.
—Khaleda Rahman, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Sep. 2025
One of the main enforcers of H-2A rules, the Labor Department’s Wage and Hour Division, last year had one of the lowest levels of investigators since the H-2A program was launched in the 1980s, Rutgers University researchers found.
—Max Blau, ProPublica, 16 Sep. 2025
During the trials, some participants experienced nausea and an upset stomach, but investigators found that dividing up the pills, instead of taking all four at once, and swallowing them with orange juice instead of water, helped relieve the symptoms.
—Megan McIntyre, Allure, 16 Sep. 2025
His capture came after investigators circulated photos of the suspect, which Robinson’s father recognized.
—Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 16 Sep. 2025
That may mean the real challenge for investigators and prosecutors will come down to their potential pursuit of the death penalty.
—Nick Penzenstadler, USA Today, 16 Sep. 2025
Connor Greene, Time, 17 Sep. 2025
If tax records and documents do not add up, employers and employees may be arrested and detained as investigators sort out who is illegally present in the United States or illegally employing workers.
—Anna Giaritelli, The Washington Examiner, 17 Sep. 2025
Sanders’ motion details several incidents in which Rackauckas and investigators maneuvered to keep the defense from receiving evidence that could have impeached Neary’s testimony.
—Tony Saavedra, Oc Register, 17 Sep. 2025
After his arrest, Zinn did not cooperate with law enforcement or want to speak with investigators, the sheriff's office said.
—Khaleda Rahman, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Sep. 2025
One of the main enforcers of H-2A rules, the Labor Department’s Wage and Hour Division, last year had one of the lowest levels of investigators since the H-2A program was launched in the 1980s, Rutgers University researchers found.
—Max Blau, ProPublica, 16 Sep. 2025
During the trials, some participants experienced nausea and an upset stomach, but investigators found that dividing up the pills, instead of taking all four at once, and swallowing them with orange juice instead of water, helped relieve the symptoms.
—Megan McIntyre, Allure, 16 Sep. 2025
His capture came after investigators circulated photos of the suspect, which Robinson’s father recognized.
—Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 16 Sep. 2025
That may mean the real challenge for investigators and prosecutors will come down to their potential pursuit of the death penalty.
—Nick Penzenstadler, USA Today, 16 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for investigators
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Tahlequah previously made global headlines in 2018 for carrying a dead calf for over 1,000 miles across 17 days, demonstrating what researchers believe is mourning behavior among orcas.—
Adeola Adeosun,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Sep. 2025
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One of the main enforcers of H-2A rules, the Labor Department’s Wage and Hour Division, last year had one of the lowest levels of investigators since the H-2A program was launched in the 1980s, Rutgers University researchers found.—
Max Blau,
ProPublica,
16 Sep. 2025
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Anyone with information regarding the man’s death can contact homicide detectives at 816-234-5043 or the anonymous TIPS Hotline at 816-474-TIPS.—
Caroline Zimmerman,
Kansas City Star,
10 Sep. 2025
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During an interview with detectives, Ivers admitted showing his manifesto to library staff.—
Kristi Miller,
Twin Cities,
10 Sep. 2025
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“Investigators.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/investigators. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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